Both China and the U.S. are important for the Republic of Korea (ROK), said Foreign Minister Chung Eui-yong on Thursday, adding that it is impossible to choose between the two countries. 

Chung made the remarks in an interview after the 2+2 ministerial meeting with the U.S. side. 

The foreign minister has stressed to promote coordinated development of ties with China based on the ROK-U.S. alliance. 

The country will continue to support communication and cooperation between China and the U.S., said Chung.