UN Chief commends S. Korea's efforts in addressing global dilemmas


(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA))  The UN Chief commended South Korea for its active contribution to the work of the United Nations including through global efforts to address climate change and fight against Ebola among others.

Over the phone, UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon noted that this year would coincide with the 70th anniversaries of both the founding of the United Nations and the independence of the South Korea, his press office said in a statement.

Ban told President Park that he looked forward to the inking of an agreement on climate change, as well the accomplishment of the Millennium Development Goals and the shaping of the post-2015 development agenda.

During the phone-call, the officials also discussed issues related to the Korean Peninsula.

On his part, Ban appreciated President Park's commitment to building peace and prosperity in the Korean Peninsula through inter-Korean dialogue, and took note of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea's positive response.

Furthermore, UN chief reaffirmed his readiness to provide any support, as appropriate, in facilitating peace and stability in the region in close coordination with the concerned countries.


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