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The international community has welcomed the historic summit between North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and South Korean President Moon Jae-in that could pave the way for the denuclearisation of the peninsula.
Congratulating the Korean leaders, US President Donald Trump said, he was encouraged by their expressed goal of complete denuclearisation of the Korean Peninsula. Mr Trump said, the United States seeks a future of peace, prosperity, and harmony unlocking a brighter future not just for the people of Korea but for the people of the world. He was speaking to reporters at the White House during the joint press conference with visiting German Chancellor Angela Merkel. Ms Merkel said, the meeting was a first step on a road that will hopefully lead into a better future.
UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric said, many around the world were moved by the powerful imagery of the two leaders coming together to advance harmony and peace on the Korean Peninsula.” He said, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres salutes the courage and leadership that resulted in the important commitments and agreed actions. Russia’s Foreign Ministry also hailed the meeting as very positive news.
Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said, he expected North Korea to take concrete steps towards carrying out its promises. In a statement, China’s Foreign Ministry said, it hoped all parties could maintain the momentum for dialogue and jointly promote the resolution process.
