Diplomatic and Military Affairs
Jimmy Carter arrives in Pyongyang
Updated: 2011-04-26 11:12
(Xinhua)
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PYONGYANG -- Former US President Jimmy Carter, accompanied by three other former state leaders, arrived in Pyongyang Tuesday morning for a three-day visit aimed at easing tensions on the Peninsula.
The Nobel Peace prize winner is accompanied by former Finnish President Martti Ahtisaari, former Norwegian Prime Minister Gro Brundtland and former Irish President Mary Robinson.
Carter said on Monday that the visit will concentrate on Pyongyang's nuclear program and foodaid needs.
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