Carney welcomes other ‘possibilities’ with South Korea at NATO summit after passing on submarine bid

At a NATO summit, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's deputy, Carney, expressed openness to future collaborations with South Korea despite Canada opting for a German-Norwegian submarine deal over South Korea's. This shift underscores a potential reassessment of defense partnerships and reflects broader strategic considerations in regional security. The decision carries implications for South Korea's standing in international defense procurement and its relations with key allies, signaling a more flexible approach to defense deals.