VOICED : El papa Francisco pide a Corea del Norte que lo invite a una visita

Pope Francis expressed his willingness to visit North Korea if invited, as stated in an interview with South Korean television. The idea of a papal visit was first discussed in 2018 when South Korean President Moon Jae-in engaged with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. However, relations between the Koreas worsened after the failed summit between Kim and U.S. President Donald Trump in 2019, and further deteriorated with the election of South Korean President Jun Suk-kyol.

What did Pope Francis say about visiting North Korea?

• He would visit only if invited.

• He has no interest in visiting.

• He plans to visit next year.

• He has already visited.

When was the idea of a papal visit to North Korea first proposed?

• In 2019 during a summit with Donald Trump.

• In 2018 during discussions with Moon Jae-in.

• In 2020 during a global conference.

• In 2017 during a UN meeting.

Who was the South Korean president involved in the 2018 discussions about a papal visit?

• Jun Suk-kyol

• Donald Trump

• Moon Jae-in

• Kim Jong-un

What event led to the deterioration of relations between North and South Korea?

• The election of Moon Jae-in.

• The failure of the second summit between Kim Jong-un and Donald Trump.

• The visit of Pope Francis to South Korea.

• The signing of a new trade agreement.

Who became the new president of South Korea, further affecting inter-Korean relations?

• Moon Jae-in

• Donald Trump

• Kim Jong-un

• Jun Suk-kyol