South Korea will consider easing sanctions against North Korea at the Olympics

South Korea will look at the possibility of leniency regarding the DPRK for the participation of its delegation at the Olympic games in Pyeongchang, said the Commissioner of the South Korean foreign Ministry But Gyu Doc. His words are quoted by Yonhap news Agency.

The diplomat was not noted what specific restrictive measures have the opportunity to withdraw, however, said that Seoul wants to "closely consult" on this issue with the sanctions Committee of the UN security Council resolution, the United States and " other interested States ".

the Commissioner of the South Korean foreign Ministry added that South Korea would not violate international measures of pressure on North Korea, "Given the seriousness of the nuclear and missile development" of Pyongyang. Today at the talks, the DPRK and South Korea in the demilitarized area, the North Korean side said that it is ready to send to the Olympics a large delegation, which will include musicians, fans and reporters.

in addition to international sanctions, Pyongyang act concerning restrictive measures in South Korea, which wants to force North Korea to abandon nuclear and missile development.

Winter Olympic games 2018 will be held in Pyeongchang from 9 to 25 February.


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