Gyeongju: President Lee Jae Myung and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to discuss the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula and regional peace efforts during their upcoming summit. The presidential office confirmed this on Friday, highlighting the significance of the meeting between the two leaders.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the agenda for Saturday's summit between President Lee and President Xi will focus on discussions aimed at denuclearizing the Korean Peninsula and promoting peace in the region. This meeting is highly anticipated as it marks a crucial step in addressing ongoing security concerns in the area.
The meeting between Lee and Xi on Friday, part of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Gyeongju, was their first encounter. The two leaders are scheduled to hold their formal summit on Saturday, which is expected to be a pivotal moment in their diplomatic engagements.
Xi's arrival in South Korea on Thursday for a three-day state visit represents his first trip to the country in 11 years. This visit underscores the importance of strengthening bilateral relations and addressing shared regional challenges.