On October 8, 2024, Consul General Youngwan Kim attended the welcoming ceremony for the Republic of Korea Navy Cruise Training Task Group upon its arrival at the San Diego Naval Base in California, U.S. During the event, Consul General Kim emphasized the importance of strengthening the Korea-U.S. alliance and the significance of the history of Korean immigration and independence movements in U.S. history. He also offered words of encouragement to the naval officers and crew members.