The South Korean government has released a design based on forget-me-nots, which means "don't forget me," in the language of flowers, in hopes that South Koreans abducted by North Korea will return as soon as possible. Demonstrated willingness to work on problem solving.
South Korea's Ministry of Unification plans to make it a symbol to remember
South Koreans abducted by North Korea,
soldiers captured by North Korea during the Korean War,
and South Koreans detained for long periods of time. We created a design based on three forget-me-nots, which have the meaning of flowers, "Don't forget me."
A fashion show was held in Seoul on the night of the 3rd, during which 10 costumes incorporating new designs were unveiled.
Moon Seung-hyun, vice-minister of the South Korean Ministry of Unification, who attended the fashion show, said, ``This is an issue that is not well known in South Korea, so I hope that events like today will give people an opportunity to reconsider this issue.'' ” he said.
In addition, Choi Sung-yong, the representative of an organization formed by the families of South Korean abductees, said, ``We strongly hope that this will lead to our wish to confirm the safety of our families.'' .
While North Korea has recently become increasingly hostile towards the South Korean government, the South Korean government of President Yun Seong-yeol has taken an active stance in resolving issues such as abductions, including setting up a specialized team within the Ministry of Unification. is shown.