South Korea-US Alliance Faces Trust Issues Amid Disputes

• South Korea's top envoy to the US, Kang Kyung-wha, acknowledged issues with Washington's sharing of covert data.
• The alliance is being tested by disputes ranging from investment deals to intelligence leaks.
• Seoul's ability to respond to North Korea is compromised by these widening cracks in ties.
• North Korea's missile chief questioned South Korea's hypersonic glide vehicle test.
• Communication limitations between Seoul and the White House have been highlighted.