South Korea President proposes peace talks to end Korean War

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During a speech marking the 81st anniversary of Korea's liberation from Japanese colonial rule, South Korean President Lee Jae-myung proposed initiating direct negotiations with North Korea to formally end the Korean War. He suggested replacing the current armistice system with a permanent peace regime to foster stable coexistence and mutual prosperity.

Lee emphasized that these discussions could provide a framework to address and halt the advancement of North Korea's nuclear capabilities. He also outlined a vision for a multi-layered security system to prevent regional crises and reduce military tensions on the peninsula.

Regarding bilateral relations, President Lee called for a forward-looking partnership with Japan, highlighting recent progress in shuttle diplomacy and expanded cooperation in energy, supply chains, and advanced industries. He urged both nations to build steadfast trust while addressing historical wounds.

The proposal faces significant challenges, as North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has recently described South Korea as his most hostile state and abandoned reunification policies. The South Korean opposition party has criticized the President's approach, labeling it an abandonment of national security.

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Japan · Kim Jong Un · Lee Jae Myung · Lee Jae-myung · North Korea · South Korea

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[● 24 SOURCES] Discussions could include effective measures to halt North Korea's nuclear capability advancement. biz.heraldcorp.com · www.hani.co.kr · oglobo.globo.com · rpp.pe · lavozdelprm.org · +18 more
[● 24 SOURCES] The President proposed replacing the current armistice with a formal peace regime. www.hani.co.kr · rpp.pe · lavozdelprm.org · www.theguardian.com · biz.heraldcorp.com · +18 more
[● 24 SOURCES] South Korean President Lee Jae Myung called for dialogue between the two Koreas to end the Korean War. biz.heraldcorp.com · www.hani.co.kr · oglobo.globo.com · www.japantimes.co.jp · rpp.pe · +18 more
[● 3 SOURCES] The South Korean government will investigate and reclaim assets illegally accumulated by pro-Japanese collaborators. www.hani.co.kr · www.koreaherald.com · www.japantimes.co.jp
[● 9 SOURCES] The President expressed a desire to maintain practical diplomacy with Japan for mutual interest. www.hani.co.kr · www.japantimes.co.jp · www.theguardian.com · lavozdelprm.org · www.koreaherald.com · +3 more
[● 3 SOURCES] The President outlined a three-part blueprint for peace: inclusive coexistence, stable peace through safeguards, and contributing to global peace. biz.heraldcorp.com · www.hani.co.kr · sputniknews.cn
[● 2 SOURCES] The Ministry of Personnel Management informed the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy of Yo Han-koo's removal on Friday. www.bhaskarhindi.com · www.punjabkesari.com
[● 2 SOURCES] South Korean authorities fined the U.S. e-commerce company Coupang following a large-scale personal data breach. www.bhaskarhindi.com · www.punjabkesari.com
[● 2 SOURCES] U.S. President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on drones and drone components, including a 15 percent tariff on imports from South Korea. www.bhaskarhindi.com · www.punjabkesari.com
[● 25 SOURCES] President Lee Jae-myung proposed direct talks with North Korea to formally end the Korean War. samacharnama.com · d2l6fjvu7g4rze.cloudfront.net · www.adnkronos.com · www.myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com · www.japantimes.co.jp · +20 more
[● 2 SOURCES] South Korea's chief trade negotiator, Yo Han-koo, has been removed from his position. www.bhaskarhindi.com · www.punjabkesari.com
[● 10 SOURCES] North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has described South Korea as his most hostile state and abandoned reunification policies. d2l6fjvu7g4rze.cloudfront.net · www.jutarnji.hr · www.businessdaily.gr · hms.ba · www.theguardian.com · +5 more