Ministry of Foreign Affairs: "Four Korean Residents Killed in Atlanta Shooting... Condolences to Bereaved Families"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Ji-eun] The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed condolences on the death of four Korean-American compatriots in the mass shooting incident in Atlanta, USA, on the 16th (local time).

In a statement issued on the 20th under the spokesperson's name, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated, "Our government deeply mourns the death of four Korean-American compatriots, including one of our citizens, in the Atlanta serial shooting incident, and extends sincere condolences to the bereaved families."

It added, "We sincerely comfort the Korean-American community and the Asian community in the United States who have been greatly shocked by this serial shooting incident," and "Our government firmly and consistently holds the position that crimes like this incident can never be tolerated under any circumstances, and we actively support the U.S. government's efforts to combat hatred and violence."

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, "Regarding this incident, during the recent Korea-U.S. Foreign and Defense Ministers' Meeting, it was agreed that the U.S. government will actively respond to ensure the safe and stable lives of Korean-Americans," and "We will continue to make our best efforts by closely cooperating with the U.S. government and Congress, relevant major private organizations, and Korean associations to respond to similar incidents in the future."

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