"'Anti-China' Banners Posted Across North Gyeongsang Ahead of Gyeongju APEC... Democratic Party's Lim Mi Ae Urges Immediate Removal"

Assemblywoman Lim Mi Ae, who serves as the chairperson of the Democratic Party's North Gyeongsang Provincial Chapter, stated on October 14, "Ahead of the Gyeongju APEC Summit to be held at the end of October, anti-China propaganda is spreading in various places, inciting hatred against China."

Assemblywoman Lim said, "The Gyeongju APEC Summit is an important diplomatic stage where we can demonstrate the resilience of South Korea's democracy and the strength of our advanced culture. It is also a crucial opportunity to seek breakthroughs amid the deepening global economic crisis. President Donald Trump of the United States and President Xi Jinping of China will attend, and not only a South Korea-U.S. summit but also a South Korea-China summit is scheduled. Expectations for easing U.S.-China tensions are rising," she added.

Democratic Party member Mi Ae Lim

Assemblywoman Lim continued, "Leaders from 21 countries, including the United States and China, will gather in one place. One thousand business leaders from major countries, which account for 60% of the global economy, will also attend. This multilateral diplomatic forum is an opportunity to strengthen South Korea's capabilities in economic diplomacy."

Assemblywoman Lim pointed out, "However, in various parts of North Gyeongsang Province, where the Gyeongju APEC Summit will be held, banners with anti-China messages are being indiscriminately posted. Ahead of this important international event, rude and threatening messages are displayed everywhere, targeting our invited guests. This directly undermines the purpose and essence of the APEC Summit, which is to promote mutual respect, cooperation, and shared prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region. It is a serious issue that could not only damage the dignity of the host country but also erode diplomatic trust."

Assemblywoman Lim appealed to the political circles in North Gyeongsang Province, saying, "To protect South Korea's national dignity and the pride of North Gyeongsang residents, the situation of anti-China banners being posted must be corrected. I strongly urge the immediate removal of all anti-China banners currently displayed on the streets and call for an end to all actions that incite hatred, including anti-China banners."

Assemblywoman Lim emphasized, "A successful Gyeongju APEC Summit serves the national interest of South Korea and opens the future for North Gyeongsang Province. There should be no division between the ruling and opposition parties on this matter. I ask everyone to stop political agitation that harms the national interest and join in safeguarding the stature of South Korea and the dignity of North Gyeongsang Province."

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