Summary
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will visit Beijing to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping. They plan to discuss cooperation in areas like supply chain and tourism. This meeting comes as part of efforts to improve ties amid regional tensions.
Key Facts
- Chinese President Xi Jinping invited South Korean President Lee Jae Myung to Beijing.
- The meeting will focus on practical cooperation in supply-chain investment, tourism, and dealing with transnational crime.
- This is the second meeting between Xi and Lee in two months.
- South Korea aims to strengthen ties with China, its largest trading partner.
- South Korea respects the one-China policy, recognizing China’s view of Taiwan.
- Lee’s visit aims to maintain balance in relationships with both China and allies like the U.S. and Japan.
- Approximately 28,500 U.S. troops are stationed in South Korea due to North Korean threats.
