South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s four key proposals were incorporated into the joint declaration of the G20 Summit, with a strong emphasis on the adherence to international law principles, particularly about the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and concerns over North Korea’s troop deployment to Russia.
Kim Tae Hyo, the First Deputy Director of the National Security Office, stated during a press briefing at the press center in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Monday, “The declaration, consisting of 85 clauses in total, effectively reflects the four key topics that we emphasized and proposed as major items.”
During the summit, Yoon proposed several initiatives that were incorporated into the declaration. These included encouraging nations to ensure fiscal soundness, advocating for plastic reduction efforts ahead of the 5th UN Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on plastic pollution in Busan, promoting the development and use of artificial intelligence based on inclusiveness, safety, and innovation, and strengthening international solidarity to tackle the climate crisis by expanding carbon-free energy sources.
Moreover, Point 7 underscored all parties’ duty to adhere to international law principles concerning the Russia-Ukraine war and conflicts in the Middle East. Throughout the meeting, Yoon consistently voiced strong concerns about Russia-North Korea military cooperation and urged international efforts to halt it. The presidential office called this a call for global unity in upholding a rules-based international order.
The presidential office emphasized that Yoon’s three consecutive years of G20 summit participation, during which he actively addressed issues of developing-developed country cooperation and climate-energy challenges, demonstrate his commitment to responsible diplomacy as a key global player.
Deputy Director Kim stated, “During this summit, we expressed our determination to continue playing the role of a bridge of prosperity and a green ladder that connects developing and advanced nations.” He further noted, “From 2022 to next year, the Global South, primarily encompassing emerging and developing nations in the Southern Hemisphere, will chair the G20 for four consecutive years. This situation further underscores the importance of South Korea’s commitment to responsible diplomacy in addressing development-focused agendas.”
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