Experts Discuss Unification as Key to North Korea's Future
- Experts convened in Seoul to discuss unification as a means to achieve denuclearization.
- Panelists emphasized the failure of past denuclearization strategies and the need for a human rights approach.
- The consensus was that a unified Korea is essential for addressing the nuclear threat and improving North Korean lives.
In Seoul, during the International Forum on One Korea, experts discussed the path to a unified Korea as a means to achieve denuclearization. Maxwell, a vice president at the Center for Asia Pacific Strategy, emphasized that unification must be led by the Korean people with international support, highlighting the importance of a human rights approach. He criticized past strategies focused solely on denuclearization, arguing that they have failed. Kim Baek-san echoed this sentiment, stating that without changing the North Korean regime, the nuclear issue cannot be resolved. He proposed a consensus on the vision for unification, referencing the Korean Dream. Lee Sung-yoon pointed out the dire humanitarian situation in North Korea, stressing that unification is essential not just for political reasons but to save lives. He noted that educating North Koreans about their rights is crucial for fostering change. The panel concluded that a unified Korea, prioritizing human rights, is the key to addressing the nuclear threat and improving the lives of North Koreans.