Seoul: The South Korean government has extended heartfelt condolences following the death of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, emphasizing his enduring legacy in promoting peace and human rights. Carter, who served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981 and was a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, passed away at his residence in Georgia on Sunday at the age of 100.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the South Korean foreign ministry expressed profound sorrow on behalf of both the government and the nation's citizens. "Our government, together with our people, expresses deep condolences," the ministry stated. The statement highlighted Carter's lifelong dedication to universal human values, including international peace, democracy, and human rights, which earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.
Carter's commitment to fostering peace on the Korean Peninsula was particularly noted by the ministry, which acknowledged his active efforts in this regard. The ministry underscored that his spirit and accomplishments are held in high esteem by the South Korean government and its citizens, who will remember and honor his contributions to global peace eternally.