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William Gallo

William Gallo is the VOA Seoul bureau chief and regional correspondent. His main focus is U.S. policy in Northeast Asia. Prior to coming to Seoul, William covered U.S. foreign policy and international affairs for VOA at the White House, Pentagon, and State Department.

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October 28, 2024
For Japanese Unit 731 survivor, speaking truth carries a cost

Member of notorious germ warfare unit speaks out after decades of silence
October 28, 2024
For Japanese Unit 731 survivor, speaking truth carries a cost

Member of notorious germ warfare unit speaks out after decades of silence
October 28, 2024
After vote, Japan faces new era of political instability

Japan entered a period of political instability on Monday after its longtime ruling party suffered its worst election performance in 15 years. The election result casts doubt on the makeup of the next government and who will lead it. More from VOA’s Bill Gallo in Seoul, South Korea
October 28, 2024
After vote, Japan faces new era of political instability

Sunday’s vote saw the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and its junior coalition partner, Komeito, fail to secure a majority in the country’s powerful lower house
October 23, 2024
Japan election could weaken LDP, undermine Ishiba government

The Sunday vote will wrap up a whirlwind month in Japanese politics
October 22, 2024
South Korea threatens to send arms, personnel to Ukraine

It’s Seoul’s strongest warning yet that it may become more involved in Russia's war on Ukraine
October 18, 2024
US, allies take lead on North Korea sanctions

Russia, China have obstructed efforts to enforce UN Security Council resolutions
October 18, 2024
US, allies take lead on North Korea sanctions, with less outside help

Russia, China have obstructed efforts to enforce Security Council resolutions
October 11, 2024
North Korea accuses South of drone leaflet drops, Seoul denies

Pyongyang has threatened retaliation for the alleged incursion
September 27, 2024
Shigeru Ishiba to become Japan’s next PM

Veteran politician defeated socially conservative foreign policy hawk in ruling party leadership vote
September 27, 2024
Shigeru Ishiba to become Japan’s next PM

Veteran politician defeated socially conservative foreign policy hawk in ruling party leadership vote
September 24, 2024
To preserve sea power, US looks to Japan for help

US in talks to overhaul U.S. Navy ships in Japanese shipyards
September 20, 2024
Japan faces unpredictable PM race amid domestic, foreign challenges

Japan's ruling party will hold a leadership vote next week to choose the country’s next prime minister. While the outcome is uncertain, Japan's foreign policy is expected to remain steady. VOA's Bill Gallo reports from Tokyo on the challenges ahead. Camera: Ken Watanabe, Gallo
September 09, 2024
Under Yoon, calls for South Korean nukes 'normalized'

New South Korean defense minister says nuclear weapons may be necessary, a first for Seoul
September 03, 2024
In South Korea, egg-freezing gains popularity, giving women more options

In South Korea, a growing number of women are opting out of having children, driven by financial challenges and career demands. But egg-freezing is emerging as a trend that allows women to delay parenthood while keeping their options open for the future. VOA’s William Gallo explains from Seoul.
September 03, 2024
In South Korea, egg-freezing gains popularity, giving women more options

Procedure meant for those who may want a family, just not right now
August 21, 2024
White House downplays Chinese concerns over possible US nuclear strategy change

The New York Times said Tuesday the US was shifting focus away from Russia to deal with China’s nuclear buildup
August 19, 2024
North Korea defector journalist speaks for those who can't escape

Former migrant laborer now exposes regime abuses
August 19, 2024
Defectors launch site to share untold North Korea stories

A group of North Korean defectors in Seoul has started a news website aimed at exposing North Korean human rights abuses. They also want to provide a more nuanced perspective about their homeland, as VOA's Bill Gallo reports from the South Korean capital.
August 14, 2024
Kishida reshaped Japan's foreign policy, but couldn't survive domestic woes

The outgoing Japanese leader was respected overseas but unpopular at home

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