Biden: Democratic Nations Must Unite Against Oppressive Countries Like China, Russia, and North Korea

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[Asia Economy New York=Special Correspondent Joselgina] On the 15th (local time), U.S. President Joe Biden urged democratic countries to unite to protect freedom and peace, stating that countries such as China, Russia, and North Korea are oppressing the citizens of other nations.

According to the White House, President Biden announced a declaration proclaiming July 17-23 as "Captive Nations Week." Captive Nations Week, observed annually during the third week of July, was designated to oppose authoritarian countries that subjugate neighboring nations and trample on the freedom and human rights of their citizens.

President Biden stated, "Globally, we are witnessing troubling trends from dictatorships, including brutal invasions of neighboring territories, the erosion of democratic values, digital surveillance, widespread human rights abuses, and increasing transnational repression."

He mentioned oppressive countries including not only China and Russia but also North Korea. He criticized, "Oppressive regimes such as Russia, Iran, Belarus, Syria, Cuba, Venezuela, Nicaragua, North Korea, and China seek to subjugate not only their own people but also the citizens of other countries. This is tyranny and an insult to the rules-based order that ensures international peace and security."

Furthermore, he emphasized, "Democratic countries worldwide must demonstrate our strong resolve to end these injustices and unite."

On the same day, President Biden referred to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, stating, "We will stand with Ukraine until they defend their homeland, freedom, and democracy."

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