China "Supports North Korea-US Contact... Efforts Needed for Korean Peninsula Peace Through Multilateral Dialogue"

Zhao Lijian, Spokesperson of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. [Image source=Yonhap News]

[Asia Economy Reporter Choi Dong-hyun] The Chinese government has expressed support for the Biden administration's attempts to engage with North Korea.

Zhao Lijian, spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said at a regular briefing on the 15th, "We are closely monitoring reports related to North Korea-US contacts."

Spokesperson Zhao added, "China supports North Korea-US contacts and dialogue, and supports multilateral talks among the relevant countries," emphasizing, "All parties must work together for peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula."

He also added, "China hopes to continue playing a constructive role regarding the Korean Peninsula issue."

Meanwhile, the Biden administration is reported to have attempted diplomatic contact with North Korea since mid-February. However, North Korea has reportedly not responded so far.

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