President Moon: "Expecting Bipartisan Cooperation in the National Assembly on the Outcomes of the Korea-US Summit" (Update)

5-Party Leaders' Luncheon Meeting Invited by Blue House... Expecting North Korea's Response to US North Korea Envoy Appointment, Emphasizing Proud Achievements in Vaccine Cooperation

[Asia Economy Reporter Ryu Jeong-min] On the 26th, President Moon Jae-in held a luncheon meeting at the Blue House with the leaders of the five ruling and opposition parties, expressing his expectation for bipartisan cooperation in the National Assembly to capitalize on the achievements of the Korea-US summit.

Attending the luncheon meeting were Song Young-gil, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea; Kim Ki-hyun, acting leader (floor leader) of the People Power Party; Yeo Young-guk, leader of the Justice Party; Ahn Cheol-soo, leader of the People’s Party; and Choi Kang-wook, leader of the Open Democratic Party. The Blue House was represented by Yoo Young-min, Chief Secretary; Suh Hoon, Director of National Security Office; Lee Ho-seung, Director of Policy Office; and Lee Cheol-hee, Senior Secretary for Political Affairs.

President Moon said, "The government will make every effort to implement follow-up measures from the summit. We expect bipartisan cooperation from the National Assembly, and we would appreciate it if the political circles could pool their wisdom to effectively build on the outcomes of the summit."

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President Moon stated, "I believe that the Republic of Korea and our people have received unparalleled treatment," adding, "the opening of a new chapter in the Korea-US alliance was made possible thanks to the resilience of our people demonstrated during the COVID-19 crisis, the high evaluation from the international community, and the support from both ruling and opposition parties."

President Moon said, "It is highly significant that the Singapore Declaration and the Panmunjom Declaration were noted as starting points for diplomacy and dialogue. This allows us to resume talks based on previous inter-Korean and North Korea-US agreements and to turn back the clock on peace."

President Moon added, "Including the US’s support for inter-Korean dialogue and cooperation in the joint statement is also very meaningful for the development of inter-Korean relations. The US appointing a special envoy for North Korea is equivalent to publicly requesting North Korea to resume dialogue. We hope North Korea will respond positively," he conveyed.

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Furthermore, President Moon said, "The end of the missile guidelines, along with the conclusion of the defense cost-sharing agreement, is a symbolic and practical measure that externally demonstrates the strength of the Korea-US alliance," adding, "Beyond defense capabilities, it has opened the way for the development of the space industry by enabling us to launch our satellites into space using our own launch vehicles."

President Moon stated, "Vaccine cooperation is a very gratifying achievement. We have established a global vaccine partnership between Korea and the US to expand vaccine supply worldwide," and emphasized, "The US’s decision to first provide vaccines to 550,000 South Korean troops is a very meaningful gift that highlights the importance of the Korea-US alliance."

President Moon said, "Strengthening supply chain cooperation in key industries such as semiconductors and batteries means that our unique companies are entering the US, the world’s largest premium market, and enhancing global supply chain connections," adding, "I feel proud of the achievements of our companies and extend my gratitude and encouragement."

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