Seoul Backs UN Resolution Condemning North Korea's Human Rights Abuses

Seoul backs UN resolution condemning North Korea's human rights abuses

South Korea has decided to co-sponsor a forthcoming U.N. resolution on North Korea’s human rights abuses, after reports that Seoul might not sponsor the measure drew criticism from activists and politicians. “In line with our stance of working with the international community for the substantial improvement of North Korean citizens’ human rights, we have decided […]

Unification minister says joining UN resolution on NK human rights made through interagency coordination

Unification Minister Chung Dong-young said Monday that South Korea's decision to co-sponsor this year's U.N. resolution on North Korean human rights was reached through interagency coordination, signaling a measured shift from earlier expectations. Chung, who had previously voiced opposition to the co-sponsorship, citing Pyongyang's objections, made the remarks after the foreign ministry announced Saturday that Seoul would join other nations in …