Cheong Wa Dae says N. Korea's derogatory remarks unhelpful to building mutual trust

The presidential office in Seoul expressed concern on Friday about North Korea's derogatory remarks towards South Korea, following a recent statement by Kim Yo-jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. Kim Yo-jong accused South Korea of canceling war games that were popular, and criticized President Lee Jae Myung for making "double-dealing remarks" regarding the scaling down of military exercises.

The presidential office emphasized the importance of halting such criticism to foster mutual trust and called on North Korea to work towards peaceful coexistence on the Korean Peninsula. The office reiterated its commitment to a policy based on mutual trust and cooperation with the United States, aiming to help resume North Korea-U.S. dialogue.