Lee Do-hoon, Head of the Korean Peninsula Headquarters, Departs for Washington, USA... Consults with U.S. Special Representative for North Korea Nuclear Issues Stephen Biegun

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Hyungsoo] Lee Do-hoon, Director General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Office for Peace and Security on the Korean Peninsula, departed for Washington D.C., USA, to hold consultations with Steven Biegun, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State and Special Representative for North Korea, on North Korea nuclear issues between South Korea and the U.S.

Before departing from Incheon International Airport on the morning of the 27th, Director Lee told reporters, "This is a very important time to advance the peace process on the Korean Peninsula," and added, "I plan to hold close consultations with Representative Biegun on how to address the joint challenges of complete denuclearization and peace settlement on the Korean Peninsula."

Director Lee is also expected to discuss the case of the South Korean government official who was shot and killed by North Korean forces in the West Sea.

He said, "It is about clarifying the facts," and maintained a cautious stance by stating, "I will not make any predictions about what will happen next or the impact on inter-Korean relations."

Regarding the possibility of an October surprise that could shake the U.S. presidential election before the vote, Director Lee responded, "It is a sensitive and important time," and said, "They will be preparing for all possibilities."

This visit marks Director Lee's first trip to the U.S. for consultations as the South Korea-U.S. chief negotiator on North Korea nuclear issues in over three months since June 17. He will visit the U.S. for a 3-night, 4-day schedule until the 30th to discuss overall North Korea policy with Representative Biegun.

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