Key facts
- South Korean Unification Minister Lee Jae-young expressed hope for peaceful coexistence and mutual growth between the two Koreas.
- Lee urged both Koreas to respect each other and halt unnecessary confrontations.
- The statement was made on August 15, 2026.
South Korean Unification Minister Lee Jae-young expressed his hope on August 15, 2026, that South and North Korea will work together for peaceful coexistence and mutual growth. He also stated that the two Koreas should respect each other and cease unnecessary confrontations. The remarks were made on a date significant to Korean history, underscoring the ongoing desire for improved inter-Korean relations.