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A Message by
the Minister of Foreign
Affairs and Trade
to Celebrate the Launch
of the 1st Korea-Italy Forum in Rome
It gives me great pleasure to
offer my congratulations on the launch of the 1st Korea-Italy Forum in
Rome. I am confident that this event will
prove a valuable opportunity to explore ways to still further deepen the bonds
of friendship and cooperation between the Republic of Korea and the Republic of
Italy.
Today’s Forum comes just two
days before the 120th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations
between our two countries. The
developments in our relations over the last 120 years have been tremendous and
I look forward to still more advances in our ties as we move forward to meet
new challenges in the future. In fact,
I had the valuable opportunity of attending a reception hosted by the Italian
Embassy in Seoul on June 2nd to mark Italy’s National Day as well as the 120th
anniversary of the establishment of our diplomatic ties. This is a demonstration of the Korean
government's firm commitment to the promotion of our bilateral ties.
Korea and Italy have
continued to share an interest in exploring ways to foster common prosperity
through mutual cooperation by endeavouring to identify complementary factors in
all sectors, spanning the whole spectrum : from commerce and trade, to science
and technology, and also cultural exchanges.
Based on our common goals of establishing peace and democracy around the
world, our two countries are actively cooperating to help resolve major international
issues, such as the reconstruction of Iraq. I am sure that this Forum will serve as a vehicle for the further
enhancement of friendship and cooperation between our two peoples and
governments.
Furthermore, this Forum is
expected to allow participants to gain a deeper understanding of the situation
on the Korean Peninsula and the problems it faces, which has significant
implications for a peaceful and prosperous future for the region and the world
as a whole. It could be a good occasion to have a deeper insight into recent
developments of the European Union.
Lastly, I wish to express my
gratitude to the high officials and leaders from both countries for being
present here today, united by the common goal of enhancing our friendship and
understanding. My gratitude also goes
to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Italy for the wonderful arrangements made
and warm hospitality extended for the 1st Korea-Italy Forum.
Once again, I would like to offer my heartfelt
congratulations on the occasion of the 120th anniversary of the establishment
of diplomatic relations between Korea and Italy, and my sincere wishes for
highly fruitful results from this Forum.
Thank you.