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| President Moon Jae-in is receiving a report on the contents of the National Security Council (NSC) Standing Committee meeting related to the Korea-Japan Military Information Protection Agreement (GSOMIA) at the Blue House on the afternoon of August 22, 2019. (Provided by Blue House) /News1 |
President Moon Jae-in said on the 21st, “The peace process on the Korean peninsula is not an option, but a path that must be taken,” and expressed his will to restart the peace process on the Korean Peninsula in line with the inauguration of the Biden US administration.
President Moon presided over the National Security Council (NSC) plenary meeting and ministry report at the Blue House Women’s Hall at 3 pm on the same day, saying, “After the breakdown of the Hanoi talks, we ended a long stalemate as soon as possible and made a new breakthrough in North American and inter-Korean dialogues. I ask you to do your best to make the Peace Clock move again,” he said.
President Moon first delivered a congratulatory message to US President Joe Biden, who took office the day before (local time), and expressed his intention to cooperate with the two countries.
President Moon said, “The government sincerely congratulates the people on the launch of the new Biden government,” and “I wish to rebuild a better United States amidst the unity of the people and look forward to further solidifying the ROK-US alliance with our government. “He said.
“We hope that the two governments will work closely together to create an inclusive and open international order based on international solidarity and multilateralism that both governments aim for in common.” “Based on a strong ROK-US alliance, the government is committed to changing international order and security environment. “We will develop the ROK-US alliance into a more comprehensive and reciprocal responsibility alliance as we respond more proactively and proactively.”
In addition, he said, “We will raise the level of cooperation for common human issues such as overcoming the corona and climate change.”
In particular, regarding the peace process on the Korean Peninsula, “where there is a will, there is a way. The Korean peninsula of peace and prosperity is the wish of all the people. The government will continue to cooperate closely with the new administration of Biden in the United States to advance the peace process on the Korean Peninsula. “We will do our best to return to the path of transitional dialogue and cooperation.”
“I hope that you will not rush in a hurry, but with the determination of the last year given to our government,” he said. “Especially, as the masters of the fate of the Korean peninsula, each ministry will cooperate in a more proactive attitude in securing the progress of inter-Korean relations and the peace process engine. I hope you go out.”
President Moon emphasized the importance of a strong national defense as well as securing the engine for the peace process on the Korean Peninsula.
President Moon said, “Strong national defense is the foundation of peace.” “For 4 years in our government, the increase rate of defense budget recorded 7%, and since last year we have opened an era of 50 trillion won in defense expenditures. Now we are building a strong defense power that no one can surpass.” Evaluated.
Then, “To successfully complete the Defense Reform 2.0, we will quickly execute the power modernization project, and actively introduce new technologies of the 4th industrial revolution such as artificial intelligence, robots, and drones into the military to prepare for new forms of future threats, “We must also achieve a virtuous cycle with industrial development,” he said. “We need to strengthen our efforts to realize responsible defense in line with our increased nationality and military capabilities.”
In addition, he added, “As much as our strong defense capabilities and state-of-the-art weapon systems, we must continue our efforts to increase the morale of the soldiers and improve the Englishization of the soldiers,” he said. Thank you for the dedication that our military has shown, and we hope that you will once again exert outstanding capabilities for the safe transport of vaccines.”
President Moon said on this day, “The order in the Indo-Pacific region including the Korean Peninsula is entering a period of rapid transformation,” and “It is time to make the present transition period into our time by further developing cooperation with neighboring countries with a solid ROK-US alliance.” He also suggested the direction of relations with Northeast Asian countries.
Regarding relations with China, he ordered, “With China, which is our largest trading partner and a major partner in promoting peace on the Korean Peninsula, we will have to create a foundation for further development of relations next year on the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations.”
Regarding Japan, he said, “With neighboring Japan, we must not stay in the past, but gather wisdom together and develop into a constructive and future-oriented relationship. In particular, so that this year’s Tokyo Olympics can be successfully held as a corona-safe competition. It should be used as an opportunity to improve Korea-Japan relations and advance peace in Northeast Asia while working together.
Also, regarding Russia, “Strategic cooperation and partnership should be developed more robustly,” and regarding ASEAN countries, “by further strengthening cooperation, the breadth and depth of the New Southern and New Northern policies, which is a great diplomatic achievement of the Korean government. We have to expand it,” he said.
President Moon also emphasized the need to play a role on the global agenda as a leading country in the international community.
President Moon said, “As an exemplary country in quarantine, a crisis-resistant economy, and a soft power powerhouse, Korea’s international status has inadvertently increased,” and said, “As our competency has grown as much as our new status, we will actively lead international solidarity and cooperation. “Please bring me” he ordered.
In particular, “As a host country of the P4G Summit, we must raise our responsibilities and roles in cooperation with the international community for the realization of carbon neutrality in 2050.” I have to expand it,” he said.
President Moon also stressed that “the Korean people should always be at the center of diplomacy.”
President Moon said, “Last year, our government has made every effort to protect overseas Koreans from the corona threat and to safely return our people from all over the world,” he said. “I applaud the role of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for showing why the country exists.” .
He added, “I hope that we will do our best to ensure that our people are safely protected and feel the pride of being a Korean citizen, wherever they are in the world.”