Jeong Cheong-rae, the leader of the Democratic Party, expressed his gratitude to President Lee Jae-myung on June 18, following the president's return from a successful trip to Europe. "I extend my respect and deep thanks to President Lee for demonstrating a textbook example of national interest-centered and practical diplomacy," he said. Jeong also noted that the National Assembly would support Lee's efforts for peace on the Korean Peninsula, including a proposal for a visit to Pyongyang by U.S. President Donald Trump.
During a Supreme Council meeting on June 19, Jeong remarked, "President Lee returned from a successful European tour, which serves as a model of national interest-centered and practical diplomacy." He praised Lee's efforts to persuade key nations of the importance of establishing peace on the Korean Peninsula and fostering mutual benefits through free trade.
Jeong highlighted Lee's ability to protect national interests through assertive diplomacy while also achieving goals through strategic negotiations. "I express my respect and deep gratitude to President Lee for embodying the spirit of our nation's diplomacy," he stated.
He specifically mentioned that during the G7 summit, President Lee proposed a visit to Pyongyang to Trump, continuing his efforts to contribute to peace on the Korean Peninsula. "The National Assembly will also lend its support to President Lee's endeavors," Jeong promised.
Jeong emphasized that a highlight of the trip was the 90-minute conversation between President Lee and Trump during the official dinner. He noted that Lee expressed hope for sustainable peace in the Korean Peninsula, similar to the Middle East, and that Trump responded affirmatively, committing to play a necessary role in achieving peace.
Jeong concluded by expressing hope that, with President Lee's dedicated efforts, dialogue between North and South Korea would progress, leading to significant advancements in establishing peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula. He reiterated that both the National Assembly and the party would support President Lee's initiatives for peace.
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