North Korea – South Korea - Q&A (4 Oct 2021)

Q: Seoul announced on Monday that North Korea and South Korea have re-established their cross-border channels of communication after Pyongyang cut them in August. What is France’s response?

A: France has taken note of the announcement by the Republic of Korea regarding the re-establishment of the lines of communication between South Korea and North Korea, which forms the basis of the resumption of inter-Korean relations. France encourages dialogue between the two parties with a view toward easing tensions in the region.