The U.S. State Department’s point person for Korea discussed North Korea policy and bilateral security cooperation with officials in Seoul this week, including consultations related to South Korea’s planned development of a nuclear-powered submarine.

Undersecretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker met Jeong Yeon-doo, the director-general for strategy and intelligence at South Korea’s Foreign Ministry, on Tuesday as part of her three-day trip.

Following the talks, she stated that she “appreciated” the discussion on Korean Peninsula issues and stressed the importance of policy coordination between the allies.

“As allies, it is crucial to remain closely coordinated in