Jeong Dongyoung, Minister of Unification, visited the home of a 105-year-old separated family member on the 24th to offer his condolences. He stated, "Most separated family members are elderly, so there is no time to lose," and added, "We will continue to work toward resolving humanitarian issues through various measures, including inter-Korean dialogue."
Jeong Dongyoung, Minister of Unification (left), is visiting and talking with separated family member Kim Bonghwan (105), who resides in Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul, on the 24th. Ministry of Unification
On this Christmas Eve, Minister Jeong visited the home of Kim Bonghwan (105), a separated family member residing in Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul. He remarked, "Separated families are the greatest sorrow caused by the division and a tragedy not only for individuals but for our entire nation."
According to the Ministry of Unification, Mr. Kim said, "After being separated from my parents and siblings during the Korean War, I have always hoped to meet my younger siblings who remain in my hometown." He requested at least confirmation of the survival of his family members who remain in the North.
The Ministry of Unification delivered New Year's cards from Minister Jeong and consolation items to basic livelihood security recipients among separated family members aged 94 and older. In addition, the ministry plans to continue expanding the foundation for separated family exchanges, including the launch of a new project in 2026 to collect and digitize the life records of separated families.
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