MOFA spokesperson`s commentary on the interdiction

The government of the Republic of Korea (ROK) has voiced its commendation and support of the interdiction on July 15, 2013 by the government of the Republic of Panama of the Chong Chon Gang, a North Korean vessel suspected of carrying prohibited items on board, in conformity with relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions.

The ROK government expects that this case in question will be promptly addressed through investigations by the government of Panama and the 1718 Security Council Sanctions Committee.

The government of the Republic of Korea said in a statement that it looks forward to full implementation by all states of the United Nations Security Council resolutions on North Korea, and will closely cooperate with the international community to this end. < Korea Shipping Gazette >