USFK Commander Aims to Meet OPCON Transfer Conditions by Early 2029

The USFK commander has set a target for early 2029 to satisfy the specific conditions required for the OPCON transition. This timeline suggests a focused push to complete the bilateral requirements agreed upon by Seoul and Washington. While this marks a significant milestone for military sovereignty, the date refers to meeting benchmarks rather than the final handover itself. Future assessments will likely determine if the security environment permits the official transfer of command following these goals.