Lee reaffirms commitment to 'pacemaker' role to promote N. Korea-US dialogue
NICE, France — President Lee Jae Myung has reaffirmed his commitment to playing a "pacemaker" role in promoting the resumption of dialogue between North Korea and the United States, saying the move could help halt the advance of Pyongyang's nuclear capabilities. The president reiterated the commitment during a written interview with French media outlet Le Monde, published Sunday, as Lee arrived…
President Lee Jae Myung has reaffirmed his role as a "pacemaker" in promoting dialogue between North Korea and the United States, stating that such a move could help curb Pyongyang's nuclear advancements. He made this commitment known in a written interview with French publication Le Monde, published on Sunday, as he began his four-day visit to France. The trip includes a summit with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris.
Le Monde quoted President Lee as saying, "I will serve as a pacemaker who will help revive North Korea-U.S. dialogue, which could serve as a means of halting the buildup of Pyongyang's nuclear capabilities." He emphasized that dismantling the "wall of distrust" overnight is not feasible, and reiterated his administration's commitment to the peaceful coexistence policy towards North Korea. This policy aims to reduce inter-Korean tensions and foster peace.
President Lee also mentioned U.S. President Donald Trump's recent remarks on the matter, though no specific details were provided in the source.
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