Australia's Scott Winter Named Next Deputy Commander of U.N. Command in Korea

He is slated to take the role in January 2026 following promotion to lieutenant general.

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He will succeed Canadian Lt. Gen. Derek Macaulay, who has served as deputy commander since December 2023.
UNC commander Gen. Xavier T. Brunson welcomed the appointment and highlighted Winter’s professionalism, leadership, and vision.
Australia’s Defence Force Chief David Johnston said the selection underscores Australia’s commitment to regional peace and security with the ROK and the United States.
The United Nations Command, established in 1950 to enforce the Korean Armistice, now draws personnel from 18 contributing states during its 75th anniversary year.
Winter’s record includes deployments to Timor Leste, Iraq, and Afghanistan, and command of the 2019 North Queensland flood response.