South Korea and Cuba reestablish diplomatic relations after more than 60 years

In a sudden change in the world diplomatic scenario, South Korea It is Cuba announced the establishment of their official diplomatic relations after more than 65 years of separation. The announcement took place in New York on February 14, which represents an event that surprised many international observers due to the proximity of one of the most important dates for North Koreathe “Day of the Bright Sun”, the birthday of Kim Jong-il, father of the leader Kim Jong Un.

Rumors about this approach were circulating in diplomatic circles, especially due to the government’s persistent efforts South Korean to improve ties with Cuba. However, the close relationships between Cuba and North Korea They have become a major obstacle to achieving this goal.

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He Ministry of Unification of South Koreain a recent statement to the press, he highlighted that negotiations for the reestablishment of diplomatic relations between South Korea and Cuba They were carried out under exceptionally difficult conditions and with a high level of confidentiality.

“The establishment of diplomatic relations between South Korea and Cuba It is considered a diplomatic victory for the country, which has worked to expand its presence in the international community, and should be recorded as a painful mistake for North Korea”indicates the Ministry of Unification South Korea in his press statement.

Diplomatic strategy from south to north

The reestablishment of relations between South Korea and Cuba occurs shortly before a significant date for North Korea, the “Day of the Bright Sun”, which adds an additional element of strategic interest to the situation.

For some experts, the details of resuming the relationship with Cubawhich called itself a “sister country” of North Korea, It is perceived as a setback and a hard blow against Pyongyangwhich has experienced increasing diplomatic isolation in recent times.

In turn, Cubaapparently I would like to be at the forefront of international politics.

“The new Cuban generations, although they do not decide to return to democracy, want modernity and South Korea This will change the old fleet of vehicles you have. Cuba is aware of the economic situation North Koreano room for political deterrence at the current moment. Kim Jong Un He knows the financial problem he is going through and that this does not allow him to control anything. “Pyongyang’s dependence was not ignored by Cuba”explains the The trade the Peruvian internationalist and professor Miguel Rodríguez Mackay.

This, added to the closure of several embassies in traditional allied countries and the provocative behavior of the North Korean regime in the international context, may be generating concern and distrust among third world nations, adds Seoul.

“It should be added that Cuba know that North Korea depends at all times predominantly on China and that, although its nuclear power remains a mystery, it is no longer in a position to persuade or influence as it once did. We add that the health of the North Korean leader also remains a mystery. North Korea “he is still alone in the world”safe Rodriguez Mackay about the perception of North Korea at this time.

The hostile policy of North Korea he did South led many non-aligned countries to take sides, which in turn influenced economic relations with both Korean countries. This situation was aggravated by the continuous provocations of North Koreaincluding launches of military missiles and satellites, despite the economic difficulties and food shortages faced by its population.

Severe internal consequences

Lastly, the establishment of diplomatic relations between South Korea and Cuba could mean serious repercussions for employees of the North Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairssomething that worries human rights defenders.

Seoul indicates that the North Korean leader’s tendency Kim Jong Un blaming your subordinates for diplomatic and economic failures could have a negative outcome for your employees, as has happened in the past.

“After the failed negotiation with the president trump, Kim Jong-un punished several diplomats, including Foreign Minister Ri Yong-ho, for problems that arose after the meeting. Furthermore, after the failure of his currency reform in 2009 and the rise of public resentment, he blamed Pak Nam-gi, head of the Economic Department of the Labor Party, and executed him,” highlights the South Korean Ministry of Unification.

Taking into account these factors and the constant increase in the number of elite defectors, such as diplomats North Koreans in recent years towards South Koreathe internal organ of the Workers’ Party Kim Jong Un it could be suffering a weakening of which Seoul would apparently already be aware.

Source: Elcomercio

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