DPK leader calls for future-oriented ties with Japan based on remembrance of history
Korea and Japan should work to build stronger bilateral ties while remembering their shared history, the leader of the ruling Democratic Party of Korea said Thursday. Rep. Kim Min-seok made the remarks during a meeting with Japanese Ambassador to Korea Koichi Mizushima at the National Assembly, noting the resumption of shuttle diplomacy between the two countries. "The essence of relations between…
The leader of Korea's ruling Democratic Party of Korea called for strengthened bilateral ties with Japan, emphasizing the importance of remembering their shared history. During a meeting with Japanese Ambassador Koichi Mizushima at the National Assembly, Rep. Kim Min-seok noted the recent resumption of shuttle diplomacy between the two nations.
Kim stressed that the foundation of their relationship lies in acknowledging the past while prioritizing the present and future. He referenced the 1998 Kim Dae-jung-Obuchi Declaration, which aimed to overcome historical grievances and foster new connections. Kim expressed optimism about further expanding cooperation across various sectors, including politics, economy, culture, and more.
In return, Mizushima committed to continuing initiatives to cultivate stable, forward-looking relations between Korea and Japan.
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