Sing Haiming, Chinese Ambassador, on Possibility of Pre-Olympic Summit: "Considering Various Formats"

[Asia Economy Reporter Yoo In-ho] Sing Haiming, the Chinese Ambassador to Korea, stated regarding which officials Korea will send to the Beijing Winter Olympics next month, "We will welcome whatever decision the Korean side makes comfortably."

In an interview with a media outlet on the 4th, Ambassador Sing said about the diplomatic boycott of the Beijing Winter Olympics, “Korea has continuously expressed its intention to play the role of the previous Winter Olympics host country, and we appreciate that,” expressing this view.

When asked whether China invited President Moon Jae-in to the Beijing Olympics, he did not give a direct answer but repeated his position, saying, “As long as the Korean side decides, we will warmly welcome anyone. It is up to the Korean side to decide.”

Regarding the possibility of a Korea-China virtual summit before the Olympics, Ambassador Sing responded, “China is willing to closely communicate with the Korean side so that the two leaders can engage in exchanges in various formats amid the COVID-19 situation,” adding, “Various formats can be considered.”

When asked whether he agrees with the Korean government’s idea that the {$_종전선언 should be a political declaration that does not affect the current armistice system, he said, “The issue of the relationship between the {$_종전선언 and the armistice system is complex and should be discussed together by the parties involved.”

He then mentioned that China is a signatory to the armistice agreement, adding, “The parties involved should consult on what content the {$_종전선언 should include. Shouldn’t it be a good declaration that helps future permanent peace?”

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