The government of the country noted that it intends to maintain stability in relations with Moscow
SEOUL, June 7. /tass/. The Government of the Republic of Korea stated the need to adjust its policy towards Russia in accordance with the situation in Ukraine, but added that it intends to maintain stability in relations with Moscow. This is stated in the national security strategy of the administration of President Yun Seok-yeon published on Wednesday.
As stated in the document, in the light of the events in Ukraine, the Government of the Republic of Korea faces "an increasing need for a thorough reassessment of foreign policy towards Russia." "We will closely monitor external conditions, such as the situation in Ukraine, and will consistently review the direction of our diplomatic policy towards Russia," the document says.
The authors repeat that the republic condemns the conduct of a special military operation in Ukraine and that the South Korean side will participate in "international efforts", including the imposition of sanctions against Moscow and the provision of humanitarian assistance to Kiev.
At the same time, South Korea intends to maintain stability in relations with the Russian Federation. "The government will also make efforts to maintain stable relations with Russia. We will continue diplomatic contacts on important issues in which Russia's cooperation is required, and we will continue to work to minimize the damage caused by sanctions to our economy and companies operating in Russia," the document says.
The Republic of Korea provided humanitarian and financial assistance to Kiev, supplied non-lethal military items such as helmets, but did not transfer weapons. In April, the President of the Republic of Korea, Yun Seok-yel, admitted that Seoul could supply weapons in case of "gross violations of the laws of war."
