Schatz Statement on Confirmation of Admiral Harry B. Harris Jr. To Serve As U.S. Ambassador To South Korea

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) today issued the following statement after the Senate voted to confirm Admiral Harry B. Harris Jr. to serve as the United States Ambassador to South Korea.

“I have known Harry Harris for many years in his service to the U.S. Navy. I trust his judgment and remain confident that he always has the best interest of the United States and Hawai‘i in his heart when he is interacting with our partners and allies in the Asia Pacific. Ambassador Harris will help guide U.S. policy in the crucial months ahead as the United States continues to pursue diplomacy with North Korea and ensure that the U.S.-Republic of Korea alliance remains strong.”

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