President Moon Jae-in invited more than 200 veterans and military officials to Cheongwadae for a special luncheon on Monday to mark Armed Forces Day.<br />During the gathering, he called for a stronger military to ensure lasting peace on the Peninsula.<br /><br /> "A stronger defense is more important than ever. Peace can only continue when we are powerful and confident that we can fend for ourselves."<br /><br /> With the top commanders of U.S. Forces Korea also in attendance, President Moon stressed the importance of Seoul-Washington alliance.<br />He added, the strength of the armed forces comes from the trust of the people, and called for complete military reform. <br />
