President Yoon ``postpones'' visit...German and Danish leaders ``fully understand''

South Korean President Yoon Seo-gyeol spoke with the leaders of Germany and Denmark and asked for their understanding regarding the postponement of his visit, the South Korean presidential office announced on the 20th.
In a phone call with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, President Yoon said, ``As we communicated through diplomatic channels, we are committed to focusing on domestic public welfare issues and other issues.''
"For these reasons, I have had to postpone my visit to Germany," he said, asking for understanding. In response, President Steinmeier said, ``I fully understand the Korean side's position,'' and ``I hope that through consultations between the two sides, we will
I sincerely hope that President Yoon's visit to Germany will be promoted again at this critical time." The two leaders agreed that the “Joint South Korea-Germany Cybersecurity Recommendations for North Korea” announced the day before was now in effect.
It was appreciated that the visit was carried out as planned, regardless of the postponement of the visit. The two leaders also agreed to further develop the friendly and cooperative relationship between the two countries, which has continued for more than 140 years.
Since then, we have decided to talk frequently and maintain close communication. Meanwhile, President Yoon also spoke with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, and announced that he had no choice but to postpone his visit to Denmark, just as he had done to Germany.
He explained the background behind this. In response, Prime Minister Frederiksen said, ``I fully understand the Korean side's position,'' and ``I welcome President Yoon's visit to Denmark any time.''
The two leaders reaffirmed that the two countries have cooperated closely through the Comprehensive Green Strategic Partnership, and in the preparations for this visit to Denmark, the Green Growth Alliance was established.
Recognizing the fact that the two countries shared expectations and recognition for the direction of development of the bilateral relationship, including strengthening and cutting-edge science and technology cooperation, the two sides decided to promote related industries as planned.
President Yoon initially planned to make state and official visits to Germany and Denmark for a week starting from the 18th of this month, and was planning detailed schedules with both countries.
I've arranged it. However, four days before the departure, the South Korean presidential office announced, ``After considering various factors, we have decided to postpone this visit.''