Seoul envoy stresses S. Korea's commitment to help US, N. Korea resume dialogue
WASHINGTON — South Korea's top envoy to the United States on Tuesday reiterated Seoul's commitment to helping Washington and Pyongyang build confidence and resume dialogue, stressing that maintaining peace on the Korean Peninsula is Seoul's "top priority." Ambassador Kang Kyung-wha made the remarks during an event celebrating the Korean National Day and Armed Forces Day in Washington, as U.S.…
In Washington on Tuesday, South Korea's top envoy to the United States, Ambassador Kang Kyung-wha, emphasized Seoul's dedication to assisting Washington and Pyongyang in rebuilding trust and reinstating dialogue. The Korean National Day and Armed Forces Day celebrations provided the backdrop for Ambassador Kang's remarks, which came as U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his aspiration to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong-un within the coming year.
Ambassador Kang underscored Seoul's unwavering commitment to peace on the Korean Peninsula and his readiness to facilitate U.S.-North Korea negotiations. She acknowledged that Seoul is continuously collaborating closely with Washington on matters concerning North Korea. As the nation most directly affected by the situation, the Republic of Korea government would enthusiastically assume the role of a catalyst and endeavor to establish circumstances conducive to productive discussions aimed at fostering confidence and renewing dialogue between the United States and North Korea, Ambassador Kang concluded, referring to South Korea by its official designation.
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