[Photo] South and North begin joint hydrographic survey of waterways near mouth of Han River

South and North Korea commenced a joint hydrographic survey of the mouth of the Han River (Imjin River) for joint usage of its waterways on Nov. 5. It was the first joint inspection of the area since 1953. The joint survey team comprises 10 people from each side and includes both military officials and waterway experts. The team gauged the waterways’ depth using sonar to determine whether they were at safe levels for passage via boat. The joint survey was part of an inter-Korean military agreement signed by both sides on Sept. 19 during the inter-Korean summit in Pyongyang. (Yonhap News)