South Korean proposals surrounding possible "independent tourism" to North Korea by its citizens should be discussed with the United States, Ambassador Harry Harris told NK News at a press event in Seoul on Thursday.
The proposals, which were raised several times in the past week – including by President Moon Jae-in -- suggest the South Korean government may be considering allowing citizens to soon apply to go on tours to North Korea on a private basis.
South Korean proposals surrounding possible "independent tourism" to North Korea by its citizens should be discussed with the United States, Ambassador Harry Harris told NK News at a press event in Seoul on Thursday.
The proposals, which were raised several times in the past week – including by President Moon Jae-in -- suggest the South Korean government may be considering allowing citizens to soon apply to go on tours to North Korea on a private basis.
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