Aug 29, 2023 / by mamarina / In Allgemein / Leave a comment
The September 19 Military Agreement: What You Need to Know
On September 19, 2018, the leaders of North and South Korea signed the Pyongyang Joint Declaration, also known as the September 19 Military Agreement. The agreement aimed to reduce military tensions between the two countries and promote peaceful coexistence.
Here are some key points from the September 19 Military Agreement:
1. Ceasefire zone: North and South Korea agreed to create a 10-kilometer-wide buffer zone along the Military Demarcation Line (MDL) to prevent accidental clashes and limit military activities.
2. No-fly zones: Both parties agreed to halt all military aircraft, including helicopters and drones, in the no-fly zones above the MDL.
3. Disarmament: North and South Korea agreed to withdraw guard posts, firearms, and personnel from the Joint Security Area (JSA) in the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). They also decided to remove landmines and explosives from the DMZ.
4. Communication: The two Koreas set up a direct military hotline to facilitate communication and prevent any misunderstandings or accidental clashes.
5. Joint activities: North and South Korea agreed to hold joint military exercises, including a joint search and recovery operation for the remains of soldiers who died during the Korean War.
The September 19 Military Agreement is a significant step towards peace and stability on the Korean peninsula. It follows the historic summit between North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and South Korean President Moon Jae-in earlier in the year, which paved the way for the agreement.
The agreement has been praised by many world leaders, including US President Donald Trump, who called it a „very positive statement“ and said it could lead to „tremendous growth“ in North Korea.
However, some experts have warned that the September 19 Military Agreement is just the first step towards a long and difficult process of denuclearization and peacebuilding. North Korea has yet to take concrete steps towards denuclearization, and tensions with the US have continued to simmer.
Overall, the September 19 Military Agreement is a hopeful sign that North and South Korea are committed to reducing tensions and promoting peace on the Korean peninsula. It remains to be seen whether this commitment will lead to lasting change, but the agreement is an important milestone nonetheless.