LINE

Text:AAAPrint
Politics

UN chief commends DPRK, U.S. for pursuing diplomatic solution

1
2018-06-12 07:09:55Xinhua Editor : Gu Liping ECNS App Download
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres speaks during a press encounter at the UN headquarters in New York, on June 11, 2018. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday commended the leaders of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and the United States

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres speaks during a press encounter at the UN headquarters in New York, on June 11, 2018. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday commended the leaders of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and the United States "for pursuing a diplomatic solution," hours before their summit in Singapore. (Xinhua/Li Muzi)

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday commended the leaders of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and the United States "for pursuing a diplomatic solution," hours before their summit in Singapore.

"The world is closely watching what will take place in Singapore in a few hours' time," said Guterres, praising the two leaders for their efforts toward a diplomatic solution and expressing gratitude to all those who have contributed to creating the conditions for the summit.

DPRK leader Kim Jong Un and U.S. President Donald Trump both arrived in Singapore on Sunday for the historic summit scheduled for Tuesday at the Capella Hotel on the Sentosa resort island in Singapore.

Speaking at a press encounter, the UN chief stressed that peace and verifiable denuclearization must remain the clear and shared goal, noting that the road ahead requires cooperation, compromise and a common cause.

He pledged that relevant parts of the UN system stand ready to support the process in any way, including verification if requested by the key parties.

He went on to list the UN organs that can help push forward this process.

"The International Atomic Energy Agency has a mandate to apply safeguards on all nuclear material in peaceful use, including all material removed from military programmes," Guterres said.

"The Comprehensive Nuclear-Test Ban Treaty Organization could also play an important role in monitoring the DPRK's announced moratorium on nuclear explosive tests," he added.

"The Security Council has consistently underlined its desire for a peaceful, diplomatic and political solution to the situation, as well as urging further work to reduce tensions," he said.

Closing his speech, Guterres expressed his hope that all parties will seize this opportunity to support a peaceful, prosperous, secure, and verifiably denuclearized Korean Peninsula.

  

MorePhoto

Most popular in 24h

MoreTop news

MoreVideo

News
Politics
Business
Society
Culture
Military
Sci-tech
Entertainment
Sports
Odd
Features
Biz
Economy
Travel
Travel News
Travel Types
Events
Food
Hotel
Bar & Club
Architecture
Gallery
Photo
CNS Photo
Video
Video
Learning Chinese
Learn About China
Social Chinese
Business Chinese
Buzz Words
Bilingual
Resources
ECNS Wire
Special Coverage
Infographics
Voices
LINE
Back to top Links | About Us | Jobs | Contact Us | Privacy Policy
Copyright ©1999-2018 Chinanews.com. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited.