Pyongyang: We continue to strengthen relations with Russia

According to the report of Fars International News Agency, Russian Federation Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, who visited Pyongyang, met and consulted with North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui today (Tuesday).

Lavrov said in this meeting that the US policy of creating multiple threats against North Korea does not solve the problems in the East Asian region and further fuels tensions.

According to “Sputnik” news agency, he stated that Moscow wants Washington to stop taking steps that cause tension in the Korean Peninsula, and explained: “Russia is a supporter of a comprehensive solution to the Korean Peninsula crisis”.

Lavrov said in this regard: “We have always supported the beginning of a negotiation process without any preconditions to achieve lasting peace and stability in Northeast Asia.” Russia has independently made related proposals to both sides and together with China has proposed a resolution in the UN Security Council.” According to this report, the North Korean Foreign Minister also supported the government’s efforts The country emphasized to develop relations and strengthen bilateral cooperation with Russia as much as possible.

According to Sputnik, Choe stated: “We promise that in the future, we will make every effort we can.” Let’s make sure that our relations [North Korea and Russia] remain good and continue to improve in the future.” The leader of North Korea threatened last week that if South Korea dares to attack his country, he will not hesitate to destroy them. (more details)

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