The United States is reportedly in the process of selecting experts to assist in South Korea's investigation into the sinking of the Cheonan.

The commander of U.S. forces in South Korea General Walter Sharp is reportedly in final discussions with U.S. military leaders to create a team of about ten experts on naval weapons and naval disasters to dispatch to South Korea.

Meanwhile, the U.K. and Australia have also expressed willingness to accept Seoul’s request to take part in the investigation into the incident.