Prime Minister Abe and President Moon Details of Exchange November 4, 17:29
The details of the exchange of about 10 minutes that Prime Minister Abe exchanged with President Moon Jae-in of Korea in Thailand where he visited was revealed. Prime Minister Abe pointed out that the Japanese side would not change its position on the issue of “recruitment” and pointed out the importance of Japan-Korea relations. It means that they match.
Prime Minister Abe and South Korean President Moon Jae-in exchanged words with an interpreter for about 10 minutes.
Prime Minister Abe first expressed his appreciation for the death of President Mun ’s mother and the dispatch of Prime Minister Lee Na-gyeong to the ceremonial ceremonial court On the other hand, President Mun expressed gratitude.
After this, Prime Minister Abe mentioned Japan-Korea relations.
Prime Minister Abe said, “Our position has been communicated to Prime Minister Lee regarding the very difficult issues between the two countries. The relationship with South Korea is important, and the response to North Korea is a collaboration between Japan, South Korea and Japan, the United States and South Korea. Is extremely important, ”and called for“ continuing dialogue between authorities. ”
On the other hand, President Mun said, “Since I have the same recognition, the progress of cooperation between the two countries is extremely important. I think further cooperation is necessary for the global economy and North Korea.” I would like to solve these difficult issues through dialogue. I would like to build on the level of dialogue and improve the level of dialogue. ”
Finally, Prime Minister Abe said, “We will not change the principles of the 1965 claim agreement between Japan and Korea” and said, “Let's continue the dialogue.”
According to government officials, Prime Minister Abe said that while entering the waiting room and shaking hands with the leaders of each country, he shakes hands with President Moon, sits on a sofa a little apart in a natural manner, and exchanges words. .