[Asia Economy Reporter Son Sunhee] On the 16th, the Blue House held a Standing Committee meeting of the National Security Council (NSC) chaired by National Security Office Director Chung Eui-yong, announcing that it will actively participate in international cooperation related to the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19).


Following the meeting, the Blue House stated in a press release, "The standing committee members decided to actively participate in the international community's efforts to prevent COVID-19 and overcome the crisis through the implementation of follow-up measures agreed upon at the ASEAN+3 special video summit held on the 14th."


In particular, it added, "We will strengthen international cooperation for 'timely supply of quarantine and medical supplies, sharing of response experiences and clinical data, and exchange of essential personnel,' as proposed by President Moon Jae-in."


Additionally, "The standing committee members also reviewed recent North Korean developments and agreed to continue consistent efforts for the advancement of the Korean Peninsula peace process," it said.



North Korea launched a short-range cruise missile, presumed to be an anti-ship missile, on the 14th, a day before the Day of the Sun (April 15), the birthday of Chairman Kim Il-sung. Military authorities are currently analyzing North Korea's intentions regarding this matter.


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