New foreign minister Cho Hyun underlines pragmatic diplomacy; prioritizes establishing peace on Peninsula

Newly-appointed Foreign Minister Cho Hyun has reaffirmed the importance of the Lee Jae Myung administration's pragmatic diplomacy centered on national interests especially in light of the rapid changes in geopolitics.

Speaking at his inauguration ceremony earlier on this Monday the top diplomat also asserted that establishing peace on the Korean Peninsula is the top priority under the current climate of uncertainty and tension.

And to this end he spoke of seeking dialogue with Pyongyang in close coordination with Washington.

He also underscored the importance of seeking broader diplomatic relations with global partners amid the rivalry between the U.S. and China.