German Chancellor Merkel to President Moon: "I am from East Germany, sympathize with the division of the Korean Peninsula"
President Moon Holds Talks with German Chancellor Angela Merkel... "Actively Working to Resume Dialogue with North Korea"
[Asia Economy Reporter Ryu Jeong-min] German Chancellor Angela Merkel said on the 12th during the Korea-Germany summit with President Moon Jae-in, "As a former East German, I have more compassion than anyone else for the divided situation on the Korean Peninsula," White House spokesperson Park Kyung-mi reported.
During the meeting with Chancellor Merkel held in Cornwall, UK, President Moon shared the results of the Korea-US summit, stating, "We are actively striving to resume dialogue with North Korea so that the peace process on the Korean Peninsula can progress again." Chancellor Merkel stated, "Germany will continue possible cooperation and support regardless of the results of this general election."
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Spokesperson Park explained, "President Moon held talks with German Chancellor Merkel and discussed a wide range of issues including COVID-19 response, climate change, and the situation in Northeast Asia including the Korean Peninsula." In particular, the COVID-19 response was a focal point of interest.
Chancellor Merkel said, "I highly appreciate and congratulate the Korean economy for recovering to pre-COVID levels through the efforts of the Korean people and President Moon's leadership." President Moon responded, "I express my gratitude and respect to Chancellor Merkel for turning many crises into opportunities and solving domestic and international issues with strong leadership."
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President Moon said, "It is necessary for Germany, a leading country in vaccine development, and Korea, which has strengths in vaccine production, to explore cooperation methods," adding, "Through this, global vaccine supply can become smoother and more equitable." Chancellor Merkel replied, "I will also consult with German vaccine companies possessing mRNA technology."
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