South Korean prime minister pledges push to restart talks with the North

At a presidential sports competition for displaced North Korean residents in Seoul, Prime Minister Han Seong-sook pledged that the South Korean government will strive to create conditions for restarting dialogue with North Korea. She stressed the importance of opening a path toward peace and joint prosperity, noting that the split between the two states remains a "reality" that continues to affect families. Han called for sustained efforts toward peaceful coexistence and asked participants to support the peace initiative.

She also thanked the attendees for their contributions to South Korea's economic development and democratization. The statement underscores the administration's intent to re-engage with Pyongyang despite longstanding tensions.