US State Dept. says it continues to assess global posture amid report on possible Korea consulate closure
This photo shows the seal of the United States Department of State in Washington, D.C., U.S., Jan. 26, 2017. Reuters-Yonhap
The U.S. State Department continues to assess America's global programs and posture, a spokesperson said Thursday, following a report that the Trump administration is looking at closing nearly 30 overseas embassies and consulates, including one in Korea.
"No embassy or consulate closures have been announced, and operations continue as normal," the spokesperson said in response to a question from Yonhap News Agency.
"The State Department continues to assess our global programs and posture to ensure we are best positioned to address modern challenges on behalf of the American people," the official added.
Earlier this week, CNN reported on what it called an internal State Department document that recommends the closure of 10 embassies and 17 consulates, including a consulate in Korea.