Korea-Maldives Foreign Ministers' Call Discusses Cooperation Measures for COVID-19 Response

Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-wha and Defense Minister Jeong Kyeong-doo are seen talking at the National Assembly plenary session on the 20th. Photo by Yoon Dong-joo doso7@

[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Cheol-young] On the afternoon of the 22nd, Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-wha held a phone call at the request of Abdullah Shahid, Foreign Minister of the Maldives, to discuss directions for bilateral cooperation in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Minister Kang explained that although the COVID-19 situation in Korea has recently shown signs of stabilization, efforts for thorough testing, tracing, and treatment are continuing without complacency to completely end the pandemic.

Minister Shahid evaluated that Korea has successfully responded to COVID-19 based on its excellent quarantine capabilities, explained the spread of COVID-19 in the Maldives, and expressed hope for cooperation and support to respond to the situation.

Furthermore, Minister Kang emphasized the need for international cooperation and solidarity in responding to COVID-19 and suggested reviewing possible cooperation measures.

An official from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated, "Minister Kang requested the Maldives government’s special attention and cooperation to protect the safety and welfare of Korean nationals residing in the Maldives," adding, "Minister Shahid expressed his intention to actively cooperate."

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