Pope tells South Korean leader to 'go forward' on peace process

SEOUL - The South Korean Government is describing President Moon Jae-in's meeting with Pope Francis this month as the most noteworthy event in his nine-day European itinerary. Moon delivered an invitation from North Korean leader, Kim Jong Un, to the Pope.

The Pope is said to have asked for the official invitation and expressed his support for President Moon's effort for bringing peace to the Korean Peninsula.  

"Pope Francis highly valued Seoul's Korean peace process. The Pope told the President, 'Do not stop but go forward. Do not be afraid,' while encouraging him with all support."

During the trip, Moon visited five European countries and attended the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) Summit. www.korea.kr (ATI).