Prime Minister Han Yeong-soo: ``Secure North Korea's nuclear deterrence based on the strong US-South Korea alliance... Guide North Korea to dialogue'' - South Korea

On the 22nd, Prime Minister Han Deok-soo stated, ``Based on our strong national defense capabilities and solid U.S.-South Korea alliance, we will secure nuclear deterrence against North Korea and lead North Korea to a forum for dialogue.'' Ta.
On this day, Prime Minister Han participated in the 41st North Korean Athletics Championships under the Presidential Flag, which was held at Hyochang Stadium in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, and delivered a congratulatory speech to promote the ``North Korean and South Korean sports championships''.
We will resolve the issue based on principles and common sense." Prime Minister Han said, ``Peace in South Korea remains an unfinished task. North Korea has not responded to the South Korean government's proposal for dialogue.
"With a series of armed provocations and nuclear threats, they are threatening not only the Korean Peninsula but also world peace, and recently the possibility of military cooperation with Russia has been raised, further increasing anxiety in the international community."
He continued, ``Based on our bold vision, the government will resolutely counter North Korea's provocations and pave the way for lasting peace and unification.''
Regarding the issue of separated families, he said, ``The Korean government's will is firm.
I will continue to persevere in my efforts so that I can meet the family that I truly desire. We strongly urge responsible changes from the North Korean authorities." Furthermore, ``We will cooperate with the international community that protects universal human values and protect the human rights of the people of North Korea.''
We will also make efforts to protect it." Prime Minister Han said, ``Even in the pain of losing their hometown, the first-generation and older North Korean residents defended liberal democracy and peace, and greatly contributed to the stability and development of the Republic of Korea.
Their sacrifices and dedication have greatly contributed to the growth of the Republic of Korea from one of the poorest countries in the global community to one of the top 10 economic powers in the world."