Two days after Seoul lawmakers passed the controversial “anti-leaflet” law and raised ire among some human rights advocates, South Korean foreign minister Kang Kyung-wha responded to accusations that Seoul is clamping down on North Korea-related activism and free speech.
Speaking in an interview with CNN host Christiane Amanpour, Kang defended the law, which criminalizes the act of sending propaganda leaflets and other items to North Korea by allowing authorities to fine violators up to 30 million won ($27,400) or imprison them for up to three years.
Two days after Seoul lawmakers passed the controversial “anti-leaflet” law and raised ire among some human rights advocates, South Korean foreign minister Kang Kyung-wha responded to accusations that Seoul is clamping down on North Korea-related activism and free speech.
Speaking in an interview with CNN host Christiane Amanpour, Kang defended the law, which criminalizes the act of sending propaganda leaflets and other items to North Korea by allowing authorities to fine violators up to 30 million won ($27,400) or imprison them for up to three years.
Become a member for less than $4 per week.
Unlimited access to all of NK News: reporting, investigations, analysis
The NK News Daily Update, an email newsletter to keep you in the loop
Searchable archive of all content, photo galleries, special columns
Contact NK News reporters with tips or requests for reporting
Get unlimited access to all NK News content, including original reporting, investigations, and analyses by our team of DPRK experts.
Subscribe now
All major cards accepted. No commitments – you can cancel any time.
SHARE
COPY LINK
X
MASTODON
.jpg){kind=link}