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기사입력 : 2023.11.06 10:59
Foreign Minister Park Jin held a meeting with Philippe Lazzarini, the Executive Chairman of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), who was visiting South Korea on the morning of October 6. The discussion focused on the current situation in the Middle East and the collaboration between South Korea and UNRWA.
Minister Park expressed his gratitude for UNRWA's active efforts in providing education, medical care, relief, and public services to approximately 6 million Palestinian refugees. He also reaffirmed South Korea's commitment to expanding its support for Palestinian refugees, emphasizing the country's responsibility within the international community.
Minister Park noted his aspirations for the continued development of the cooperative relationship between South Korea and UNRWA, taking into account UNRWA's crucial role in addressing the Palestinian refugee issue and contributing to regional stability. He also expressed South Korea's intent to make a constructive contribution to the Israeli-Palestinian matter during its non-permanent membership in the UN Security Council for the 2024-25 term.
Executive Chairman Lazzarini conveyed his appreciation for South Korea's consistent support for UNRWA's activities. He acknowledged that UNRWA faces ongoing challenges due to a chronic shortage of funds in comparison to the demand for assistance to Palestinian refugees. Lazzarini conveyed his hope to further strengthen cooperation between South Korea and UNRWA.
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