South Korean ruling party lawmakers meet with Prime Minister Ishiba... ”Japan's attitude is regrettable” and ”Korean workers' history must be respected”

Kim Dae-sik, a member of South Korea's ruling People Power Party, met with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba in Tokyo on the 27th and discussed issues concerning the national interests of both Japan and South Korea.
"Over the past 60 years, our two countries have overcome challenges and conflicts, forged close cooperation in the areas of economy, culture and people-to-people exchanges, and welcomed 10 million visitors every year," Kim said.
"I cannot help but express my deep regret over the Japanese government's attitude toward the Sado Gold Mine memorial ceremony," Rep. Kim said. "We must respect the history of Korean workers and protect their dignity."
"The first step to restoring trust between Korea and Japan is to face up to its responsibility for the past and fulfill its promise to commemorate the victims," he added.
In response, Prime Minister Ishiba stated, "The Sado Gold Mine issue must not damage Japan-Korea friendship," and called for the resolution of historical conflicts and future-oriented cooperation.
"The year 2025 marks the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and Japan and the 80th anniversary of the end of the war, so I will do my best as secretary of the Korea-Japan Parliamentary Friendship League to overcome historical conflicts and develop a relationship based on trust," Kim said.
We will continue to do so," he emphasized.