Summary
South Korea is considering allowing its citizens to visit North Korea to improve relations between the two countries. The idea is part of several efforts to decrease tensions on the Korean Peninsula, which include stopping loudspeaker broadcasts and leaflet campaigns against North Korea.
Key Facts
- South Korea is thinking about allowing individual visits to North Korea.
- This move is part of plans to improve relations with North Korea.
- The idea comes after President Lee Jae-myung's election, who wants to ease tensions.
- South Korea stopped anti-North Korea broadcasts and leaflet campaigns.
- Individual tours might not break international sanctions.
- Tourism is one way North Korea earns money that isn't blocked by sanctions.
- The South Korean government is reviewing plans mentioned in a July 10 meeting.
- North Korea opened a new beach resort, but it's not yet accepting foreign tourists.
