President Moon: "Resolving the Comfort Women Issue... Ensuring the Unfortunate Past Does Not Repeat"

Video Message for the "Japanese Military Comfort Women Victims Memorial Day"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Jin-ho Kim] President Moon Jae-in stated on the 14th, "Resolving the comfort women issue is about not repeating the unfortunate past."

In a video commemorative message held on the occasion of the 'Day of Remembrance for the Victims of Japanese Military Sexual Slavery,' President Moon said, "Based on the foundation of historical truth created through the testimonies of the grandmothers and the efforts of various sectors, we will ensure that a future of forgiveness and reconciliation can blossom."

Referring to the public testimony of the late grandmother Kim Hak-soon 30 years ago, President Moon said, "Through the grandmothers, we were able to reflect on a history that can never be forgotten," and added, "I offer my deep respect and gratitude to the grandmothers who, overcoming countless hardships and adversities, proved the unbreakable dignity of humanity."

He also expressed, "I am sorry that we could not relieve the grievances of all the grandmothers while they were still alive," emphasizing, "The government never forgets the history of the grandmothers who fought demanding the restoration of dignity."

He continued, "We will firmly uphold the international principles and norms of victim-centered problem resolution and communicate and support so that each individual's honor is restored and their emotional wounds can heal."

Finally, President Moon said, "Restoring the honor of the grandmothers and healing their pain is achieving liberation for one person and is a step closer to 'complete liberation,'" and added, "I pray that the grandmothers will stay healthy and remain by our side for a long time."

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