“We will seek solutions to the issue of abductees, detainees, and POWs from various angles.”

Minister Kim Yung Ho meets with returned POWs and families of abductees and POWs victims (September 11)

On September 11, Unification Minister Kim Yung Ho met with returned POWs and families of abductees and POWs victims for the first time as Minister of Unification to hear their stories, and expressed condolences for their enduring suffering.

Minister Kim pointed out the unacceptable behavior of North Korean authorities in violating the human rights of abductees and POWs and said, “We will continue to exert pressure on North Korea to resolve these issues in solidarity with the international community.”

Moreover, the minister said that the newly established task force on the issue of abductees would be dedicated to addressing the issues of abductees, detainees, and POWs, and preparing various solutions, such as strengthening cooperation at the intergovernmental level and increasing the understanding among the public.