Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
Ambassador Ri Tong-il
North Korea has been a member of the UN since September 17, 1991. Ri Tong-il is the North Korean deputy permanent representative to the UN. The following is excerpted from Ambassador Ri’s statement during UN General Assembly debate on April 2, 2013, on the Arms Trade Treaty. The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea voted against resolution 67/234 B. That reflects the position of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea and the grave concerns that my country has with regard to the Arms Trade Treaty. My delegation would like to make the following explanation of vote. First, as many delegations…
