Russian foreign minister calls for an end to 'arms race' on the Korean Peninsula | NK News
NK News Logo
November 24, 2024
NK News is hiring
News

Russian foreign minister calls for an end to ‘arms race’ on the Korean Peninsula

Sergey Lavrov met with South Korean counterpart Chung Eui-yong hours after North Korea tested ballistic missiles

Russia’s top foreign affairs official called for an end to the “arms race” on the Korean Peninsula after meeting with his South Korean counterpart in Seoul, hours after North Korea fired two short-range ballistic missiles into the East Sea.

Russian and South Korean foreign ministers Sergey Lavrov and Chung Eui-yong delivered remarks at a press conference after their meeting on Thursday, which marked the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Become a member for less
than $5.75 per week.

  • Unlimited access to all of NK News: reporting, investigations, analysis
  • The NK News Daily Update, an email newsletter to keep you in the loop
  • Searchable archive of all content, photo galleries, special columns
  • Contact NK News reporters with tips or requests for reporting
Get unlimited access to all NK News content, including original reporting, investigations, and analyses by our team of DPRK experts.
Subscribe now

All major cards accepted. No commitments – you can cancel any time.