President Moon: "Much Remains to Be Done for the Complete Denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Ji-eun] President Moon Jae-in stated on the 30th anniversary of the simultaneous admission of South and North Korea to the United Nations (September 17) that "there is still a long way to go for the complete denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula and the establishment of lasting peace."

On the 17th, President Moon said through social networking services (SNS), "I hope for the support of the UN and all UN member states in efforts for peace and prosperity on the Korean Peninsula."

President Moon emphasized the significance of the simultaneous UN admission, saying, "30 years ago today, South and North Korea joined the UN together. On 'International Day of Peace' that year, representatives from both Koreas pledged at the UN General Assembly to join the common journey of humanity toward world peace and prosperity, announcing their will for peace and prosperity on the Korean Peninsula to the world."

However, he also mentioned that "there is still a long way to go for the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula," which is interpreted as expressing regret over the recent tense atmosphere between the South and North, including ballistic missile launches.

Meanwhile, President Moon will depart on the 19th to attend the 76th UN General Assembly held in New York on the 21st (local time).

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