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William Gallo

William Gallo is the VOA Seoul bureau chief and regional correspondent. His main focus is U.S. policy in Northeast Asia. Prior to coming to Seoul, William covered U.S. foreign policy and international affairs for VOA at the White House, Pentagon, and State Department.

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October 12, 2023
Activists Slam China After Alleged Forced Repatriation of North Koreans

First mass deportation of North Koreans since Pyongyang relaxed COVID-19 restrictions
June 09, 2023
South Korea Summons China Ambassador Over ‘Unforgivable’ Comments

Beijing says responsibility does not lie with China as it critiques Seoul's policy shift toward Washington
June 05, 2023
Caught in US-China Rivalry, South Korea Inches Toward Washington

Under President Yoon, Seoul has grown more comfortable confronting Beijing
May 31, 2023
North Korea Satellite Launch Fails, but Startles Seoul Residents

North Korea Wednesday attempted to launch its first military spy satellite. The attempt failed, with the missile crashing into the ocean – but not before startling Seoul residents. More from VOA’s Bill Gallo in the South Korean capital.
May 31, 2023
Shelter Warnings Startle Seoul After North Korea Attempts Satellite Launch

North Korean launch caused an unusual amount of confusion in South Korea
May 26, 2023
US, South Korea Hold Biggest ‘Annihilation’ Drills

Exercise is show of force against North Korea, which has increased its own weapons tests
May 25, 2023
The Inside Story - Policies of Deterrence | Episode 93

Leaders from the world's wealthiest economies meet in Hiroshima, Japan. What came from the annual g7 summit? Plus, Ukraine's president draws parallels between world war two and what's happening in his country. This week on The Inside Story: Policies of Deterrence
May 22, 2023
US, Papua New Guinea Ink Security Deals During Rare Visit by Top US Diplomat

But the Pacific region wants more sustained engagement by the US, say analysts
May 18, 2023
Japan, South Korea Aim to Strengthen Ties at G7

Tokyo and Seoul focus on shared challenges, not the past, as they pursue better relations
May 12, 2023
Pressured by China, South Korean NGO Stands Firm on Rights Award

Gwangju-based group says China wants it to rescind prize given to Hong Kong-based activist
May 05, 2023
Yoon's Japan Outreach Faces Bleak Future Without Japan Reciprocation, Warn Analysts

Japan’s prime minister urged to offer concessions during upcoming Seoul visit
April 27, 2023
South Korean Conservatives Lament 'Nuclear Shackles' Following Yoon-Biden Summit

New US-South Korea arrangement billed as attempt to strengthen US defense commitment
April 24, 2023
Yoon, Biden to Celebrate Alliance as They Navigate Challenges

Several areas of friction have emerged as US, South Korea mark 70th anniversary of alliance
April 24, 2023
US, South Korea to Celebrate Alliance as They Navigate Challenges

Several areas of friction have emerged as the countries mark their 70-year partnership, with Biden hosting Yoon at the White House
April 19, 2023
Donald Trump's Indictment Draws Parallels With South Korea's Prosecution of Ex-Leaders

The possibility that the United States could jail a former president has triggered alarm bells in South Korea
April 15, 2023
Japan’s Kishida Safe After Explosion During Speech

Police have arrested a suspect, who witnesses say threw an explosive device
April 13, 2023
North Korea Touts Test of New Solid-Fuel ICBM

If confirmed, it would represent dangerous new threat to US
April 12, 2023
North Korean ICBM Sparks Emergency Alerts in Japan

Latest sign North Korea intends to raise tensions with US, allies
April 10, 2023
Ahead of Biden-Yoon Meeting, US Accused of Spying on South Korea
April 05, 2023
After Years of Restraint, North Korean Propagandists Take Aim at US

The changing rhetoric suggests Pyongyang may unleash anti-US sentiment among its population

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