South Korea and USA Talk About Defense

May 14, 2026, 07:25
South KoreaInternational

Introduction

South Korea and the USA had a meeting in Washington. They talked about how to keep their countries safe.

Main Body

The two countries talked about who leads the army during a war. South Korea wants to lead by 2028. The USA thinks 2029 is better. They must check if the army is ready first. They also talked about buying special submarines. These submarines use nuclear power. They discussed the rules for these boats. Finally, they talked about land near the border. South Korea wants more control over some areas. They will meet again in November to finish their plans.

Conclusion

The two countries want to work together. They will agree on the dates in November.

Learning

⏳ The 'Future' Word: WILL

In this text, we see a word that tells us about the future: will.

  • They will meet again...
  • They will agree...

How it works: Just put will before the action word (verb) to show something happens later.

Simple Examples: I meet β†’ I will meet (Future) We agree β†’ We will agree (Future)

πŸ—ΊοΈ Location Words

Notice how the text describes where things are using near and over.

  1. Near = Close to something. (Example: Land near the border)
  2. Over = Having power or control of something. (Example: Control over some areas)

Quick Guide: Place β†’\rightarrow Near β†’\rightarrow Border Power β†’\rightarrow Over β†’\rightarrow Land

Vocabulary Learning

meeting (n.)
A gathering of people to talk about something.
Example:We have a meeting at 3 p.m. to discuss the project.
talk (v.)
To speak with someone.
Example:They talk about their plans every week.
keep (v.)
To hold or maintain.
Example:She keeps her books on the shelf.
safe (adj.)
Free from danger.
Example:Make sure the children are safe at home.
army (n.)
A group of soldiers.
Example:The army will protect the country.
war (n.)
A conflict between countries.
Example:The war ended after a peace treaty.
lead (v.)
To guide or be in charge.
Example:She will lead the team to victory.
better (adj.)
More good or preferable.
Example:This plan is better than the old one.
check (v.)
To examine or look at.
Example:Check the door to make sure it's closed.
ready (adj.)
Prepared and able to do something.
Example:The soldiers are ready for the mission.
submarines (n.)
Underwater boats used by the navy.
Example:The navy has many submarines.
nuclear (adj.)
Relating to nuclear energy or weapons.
Example:Nuclear power can be dangerous.
rules (n.)
Guidelines or instructions.
Example:Follow the rules of the game.
border (n.)
The line that separates two countries.
Example:The border between the countries is clear.
agree (v.)
To have the same opinion.
Example:We agree on the new policy.