Implementation of June 15 joint declaration called for
Pyongyang, January 17 (KCNA) -- The independence of the nation is the basic spirit of the June 15 North-South Joint Declaration and its principle serves as a touchstone that distinguishes between the line of reunification and that of division and between patriotism and treachery, says Rodong Sinmun today in a signed article.
No one should deviate from the principle of national independence because the north and the south pledged to solve the issue of the country's reunification independently by the concerted efforts of the nation in the June 15 joint declaration.
The situation on the Korean Peninsula remains very tense. The Koreans stand at the crossroads of peace or war.
The option for national independence and great national unity set out in the joint declaration alone can preserve peace in this land and protect the destiny of the compatriots. All the Koreans should take this road of justice and demonstrate their strong patriotic will. If one hesitates to respond to the call of the nation, scared by the threat and blackmail of imperialists or waver before difficulties, this will be an unpardonable treacherous act.
