Seoul calls for freeze of North’s nuclear programme, Chinese mediation
Summary
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has requested China's President Xi Jinping to act as a mediator to improve relations with North Korea and resume talks on its nuclear activities. President Lee proposed a halt to North Korea's nuclear program in return for compensation. The meeting aimed to rebuild trust between South Korea and China following past tensions over a U.S. missile defense system.Key Facts
- South Korean President Lee Jae Myung visited China for a four-day state visit.
- President Lee requested China to mediate in talks with North Korea about its nuclear program.
- He proposed a freeze on North Korea’s nuclear activities in exchange for some form of compensation.
- Chinese President Xi Jinping suggested South Korea exercise patience with North Korea.
- The visit aimed to improve the relationship between South Korea and China after issues in recent years.
- Tensions had arisen after the deployment of a U.S. missile defense system in South Korea in 2017.
- President Lee emphasized the goal of a nuclear-free Korean Peninsula in the long term.
- North Korea recently tested hypersonic missiles, with leader Kim Jong Un highlighting the need to enhance its nuclear capabilities.
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