The enactment of the enforcement decree of the law on the development of inter-Korean relations

Seoul--(뉴스와이어)--The 'Enforcement Decree of the Law on the Development of inter-Korean Relations' was passed by the Cabinet meeting on June 27 and will be approved by the President, and be promulgated and effectuated on June 30, the scheduled effectuation date of the 'Law on the Development of inter-Korean Relations'. The Enforcement Decree prescribes concrete procedures concerning the new law so that it can secure substantial implementing forces.

By prescribing the public notification of basic plans for the development of inter-Korean relations and annual implementation plans, the Decree of the Law serves to enhance citizens' right to know. It also provides an institutional framework within which South Korean policies toward North Korea will be carried out in an effective manner by prescribing a comprehensive review on the degree of implementation of the annual plans.

The Decree also substantiates the composition of the members of the inter-Korean Relations Development Committee that deliberates important issues regarding the development of inter-Korean relations. It also stipulates that the Committee can have a working - level subcommittee which consists of 15 high ranking officials from relevant central administrative organizations to assist in the efficient operation of the Committee.

The Decree prescribes procedures concerning the nomination of representatives to inter-Korean talks such as the issuance of letters of nomination and terms of office, and operation of a consultative body with relevant ministries for the effectual pursuit of inter-Korean talks .

By stipulating that the Ministry of Government Legislation shall review inter-Korean agreements and turn down ones which can violate the ROK Constitution, it strengthens legal regulatory measures concerning inter-Korean agreements.

The Decree prescribes the procedures concerning sending of South Korean civil servants to North Korea, the suspension of the effects of inter-Korean agreements, and management of inter-Korean agreements .

Consequently, it is expected that inter-Korean relations will proceed in a more stable and predictable manner on the basis of national consensus and bipartisan cooperation within legal boundaries.

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