1. The Government of the Republic of Korea is shocked and concerned over the fact that a number of innocent civilians were killed in the terrorist attack in Ankara, Turkey, on March 13, and strongly condemns the terrorist act.

2. The Government of the Republic of Korea offers its deepest condolence and sympathy to the victims of the attack and their bereaved families as well as the people and the government of Turkey.

3. The Government of the Republic of Korea, under its firm and consistent position that terrorism cannot be justified under any circumstances, will support the efforts of the Turkish government to eradicate terrorism and will continue to take part in the relevant efforts of the international community.


* unofficial translation