The Summit

Leaders of the two Koreas hug upon arrival of Kim Dae Jung in Pyongyang, N. Korea

On June 13, 2000, South Korean President Kim Dae Jung finally landed in Pyongyang, North Korea for the summit.  The meeting of the two leaders of the peninsula happened for the first time since the Korean War (1950-1953).  After exchanging very warm greetings, conversations were held with the officials from both sides.  Kim Dae Jung and Kim Jong Il discussed many issues, including further interaction between the two Koreas.

Kim Jong Il wishes Kim Dae Jung a safe trip back 

    SanFrancisco Chronicle: Korean Summit
    The Korean Summit: by Fareastern Economic Review
    CNN News Article on the Korean Summit
    Pacnet Newsletter: The Korean Summit
  Tete-a-tete talks held between Kim Jong Il and Kim Dae Jung
          June 15, 2000

  North-south joint declaration signed
          June 15, 2000

  North-south joint declaration published
        June 15, 2000 

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