Ban welcomes Korean family reunions, looks forward to more dialogue, exchanges
According to a statement issued by Ban's spokesperson in New York, the reunions are being held from 20 to 26 October at Mount Kumgang in DPRK.
“The Secretary-General is encouraged by the positive trends related to inter-Korean relations, particularly the 'August Agreement.' He hopes that the recent momentum will pave the way for greater inter-Korean dialogue, people-to-people contact, reconciliation and cooperation,” said the statement.
The Secretary-General also urged for more dialogue and exchanges between the two governments to 'contribute the promotion of human rights, peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula'.
UN Photo/Rick Bajornas (file)
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