DPRK Proposes Constitutional Amendment to Firmly Reject Normalizing Ties with South Korea
North Korea has unequivocally rejected any prospects of reconciliation or reunification with South Korea, according to a statement made by Kim Yo-jong, a senior North Korean official and the younger sister of leader Kim Jong-un.
In a recent statement, Kim Yo-jong criticised South Korean government efforts as futile and called for the abolition of South Korea’s Unification Ministry, dismissing attempts at dialogue as "spinning a daydream." She portrayed South Korea as the "most hostile state" and a "faithful dog" of the U.S., accusing Seoul of concealing "sinister intentions" behind peace gestures and condemning the joint South Korea-U.S. military exercises as proof of hostility.
Furthermore, North Korea revised its constitution in October 2024 to designate South Korea as a "hostile state," formally rejecting the long-standing official goal of reunification. This move signifies a significant shift in North Korea's stance towards its southern neighbour.
Despite these stances, South Korea's government continues to express a commitment to pursue dialogue, reconciliation, and peaceful coexistence, emphasizing the restoration of communication channels and respect between the two Koreas.
It is unclear what the exact nature of the loudspeakers on the border is, or why their dismantlement is significant. However, Kim Yo-jong has denied reports by the South Korean side that North Korea had dismantled at least part of the loudspeakers on the border as a reciprocal measure to Seoul's similar step.
Kim Yo-jong has held several party posts and was officially "appointed second-in-command of the country" at the end of 2019, according to South Korean and Japanese media reports. Her statements reflect the current position of the North Korean government towards South Korea.
The Korean War, which lasted from June 25, 1950, to the signing of the armistice on July 27, 1953, is formally not over. The constitution of North Korea will reflect their final position on relations with the Republic of Korea, as stated by Kim Yo-jong. However, no information was given about any negotiations that are currently taking place or have taken place between North and South Korea.
In summary, North Korea’s current official position, articulated by Kim Yo-jong, is a clear refusal of reconciliation or unification efforts with South Korea, citing deep distrust and ongoing hostility between the two states. The future of relations between the two Koreas remains uncertain, with both sides maintaining their respective positions.
- Amidst the ongoing political tension between North and South Korea, the general news continues to be dominated by reports of war-and-conflicts, with Kim Yo-jong's latest statement portraying South Korea as a "hostile state" and accusing it of concealing "sinister intentions" behind peace gestures.
- In a recent turn of events, North Korea has formally rejected the long-standing official goal of reunification, as evidenced in their revised constitution in October 2024, making headlines in news about war-and-conflicts and politics.
