That—
it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the relationship between the Republic of Korea and the United States is one of great strength and mutual benefit; and
the House of Representatives—
affirms the unyielding support of the people of the United States for a secure Republic of Korea through its commitment to the Mutual Defense Treaty and other measures to deter North Korean aggression and provocation;
recommits to strengthening the economic, military, and cultural ties that provide both nations with such a valuable partner in confronting the economic and security challenges of the 21st century;
congratulates President Park Geun-Hye on her historic election to the presidency of the Republic of Korea;
welcomes President Park's visit to Washington, DC, on May 6, 2013, to May 8, 2013; and
wishes President Park well during her tenure of leadership.