Han Seong-sook, the Prime Minister of South Korea, stated on October 18 that the government will work to reopen dialogue between North and South Korea and gradually establish a foundation for peaceful coexistence.
Speaking at the 44th Presidential Sports Competition for North Korean defectors held at Hyochang Sports Park in Seoul, she remarked, "The scars of division deeply etched in the lives of North Korean defectors have not yet healed."
She added, "Division remains a reality before us, and the pain of displacement and separation is ongoing." Han emphasized that efforts to open pathways for peaceful coexistence between the North and South through dialogue and cooperation must not cease.
Furthermore, she noted, "The spirit of solidarity and unity demonstrated by North Korean defectors and those from the North is a valuable force that opens a new era of exchange and cooperation," expressing confidence that they will contribute significantly to building a peaceful framework for the Korean people.
Han also described the first generation of North Korean defectors as pivotal figures in South Korea's modernization and democratization, overcoming the devastation of war while enduring immeasurable pain and longing for family.
She concluded, "It is thanks to their strong spirit and indomitable will that South Korea has grown into an economic and cultural powerhouse that attracts global attention."
Speaking at the 44th Presidential Sports Competition for North Korean defectors held at Hyochang Sports Park in Seoul, she remarked, "The scars of division deeply etched in the lives of North Korean defectors have not yet healed."
She added, "Division remains a reality before us, and the pain of displacement and separation is ongoing." Han emphasized that efforts to open pathways for peaceful coexistence between the North and South through dialogue and cooperation must not cease.
Furthermore, she noted, "The spirit of solidarity and unity demonstrated by North Korean defectors and those from the North is a valuable force that opens a new era of exchange and cooperation," expressing confidence that they will contribute significantly to building a peaceful framework for the Korean people.
Han also described the first generation of North Korean defectors as pivotal figures in South Korea's modernization and democratization, overcoming the devastation of war while enduring immeasurable pain and longing for family.
She concluded, "It is thanks to their strong spirit and indomitable will that South Korea has grown into an economic and cultural powerhouse that attracts global attention."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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