[서울=뉴스핌] Senior Reporter Lee Young-tae = President Yoon Seok-yeol called for an end to illegal military cooperation between Russia and North Korea at the G20 summit, the largest gathering of participating countries in history, on the 18th (local time) and called for cooperation from the international community, including the G20.
Kim Tae-hyo, First Deputy Director of the National Security Office of the President’s Office, said in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where the G20 summit is being held on the 18th (local time), “President Yoon was the 10th person to speak at G20 Session 1, following the Russian Foreign Minister (Sergey Lavrov).” “We urged an immediate halt to military cooperation between Russia and North Korea and emphasized that the international community must seriously recognize its illegality and work together,” the briefing said.
At the first session of the G20 summit on this day, President Yoon said, “I urge the immediate cessation of military cooperation between Russia and North Korea.” He added, “The international community must seriously recognize its illegality and work together to stop military cooperation between Russia and North Korea.” “He emphasized.
Deputy Director Kim introduced, “Immediately afterwards, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, who was the 11th speaker, also added critical remarks about the war in Ukraine.”
In addition, he said, “(EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen) criticized the war in Ukraine, saying it is resulting in an aggravation of international food security threats posed by Russia.”
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also said, “North Korea is worsening international peace by participating in the war in Ukraine committed by Russia,” and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also said, “North Korea is participating in Russia’s war that threatens Ukraine’s territory and sovereignty.” “They are doing it,” he criticized.
Deputy Director Kim mentioned, “Even in Session 2, which is taking place in the afternoon, many countries, including Germany and Japan, are pointing out military cooperation between Russia and North Korea.”
When asked whether there was any mention of the dispatch of North Korean troops in the remarks of Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, who spoke right before President Yoon’s remarks (at G20 Session 1), a high-ranking official in the Presidential Office said, “It was a leisurely and comfortable world, leaving out any talk of war.” “I’ve said everything,” he said.
At this G20 summit, a total of 21 member countries, including the G7, BRICS, MIKTA, Argentina, Saudi Arabia, the European Union (EU), and the African Union (AU), 17 invited countries, and 15 The largest number of countries and international organizations in history participated since the creation of the G20 in 2008.
Previously, President Yoon also attended the launch ceremony of the Global Alliance for the Elimination of Hunger and Poverty (GAAHP), led by Brazil, the G20 chair country this year. GAAHP will serve as a platform that connects the countries receiving assistance with the countries or organizations providing assistance.
At the launch ceremony, President Yoon said, “The Republic of Korea will participate as a founding member of this alliance and will actively participate in efforts to overcome hunger and poverty in the future.”
The government will implement new humanitarian aid worth $10 million within this year to respond to the food crisis in Africa, and expand the scale of food aid through the UN World Food Program (WFP) from 100,000 tons this year to 150,000 tons next year. I plan to do it.
President Yoon also explained that he plans to increase contributions to developing countries by 45% compared to 2021 through the 21st final meeting of the International Development Association (IDA) to be held in Seoul next month.
He went on to say, “We must not forget the coronavirus pandemic, which has caused a significant setback to the global economy,” and promised to actively participate in efforts to replenish the financial resources of the “Pandemic Fund,” of which Korea is a founding member.
How might President Yoon Seok-yeol’s call to end military ties between Russia and North Korea influence future discussions on international cooperation at summits like the G20?
1. Can you please provide more information about the military cooperation between Russia and North Korea, which President Yoon Seok-yeol referred to in his speech at the G20 summit? What are the concerns over this partnership, and how can it impact regional stability?
2. How did other leaders at the G20 summit respond to President Yoon’s call for an end to military cooperation between Russia and North Korea? Were there any countries that expressed support for such action, or did others provide perspectives on the matter?
3. What was the overall tone and atmosphere of the G20 summit, particularly regarding the war in Ukraine and its impact on global security and the economy? How did President Yoon’s remarks about the conflict with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine fit into these discussions?
4. What specific actions did President Yoon propose to address hunger and poverty in developing countries, and how might these initiatives contribute to achieving the goals of the Global Alliance for the Elimination of Hunger and Poverty?
5. As Korea increases its contributions to international development aid, what challenges does it face in collaborating with other countries and organizations to combat global issues like hunger, poverty, and public health crises? How can Korea navigate potential political and economic differences while maintaining its commitment to humanitarian efforts?
