Ambassador Joseph Yun will step down from his role as Chargé d’Affaires, ad interim, at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul on October 24, according to a statement released by the U.S. Department of State. Yun has held this position for nearly a year.
The State Department acknowledged Ambassador Yun’s contributions during his tenure, stating: "The State Department expresses its deep appreciation to Ambassador Yun for his leadership and dedication in advancing the United States’ interests and further strengthening our enduring and ironclad commitment to the U.S.-Republic of Korea Alliance."
No information was provided regarding who will succeed Ambassador Yun or what his next assignment will be.