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November 05, 2024
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Overcoming the impasse: how Moon can restore momentum to inter-Korean talks

If diplomacy is to move forward, the South Korean President needs to broaden his horizons

One year ago, on April 27, there was a remarkable meeting between South Korean President Moon Jae-in and the North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in a small village called Panmunjom.

Last week, the first anniversary of the Panmunjom Declaration was held in the same location. But the celebration was somewhat subdued and even depressed, because Chairman Kim did not participate.

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