China's leader Xi Jinping anticipated to pay a visit to South Korea during this month's APEC summit
South Korean Foreign Minister to Visit China, Discuss Deepening Cooperation and Tensions in Northeast Asia
In a significant diplomatic move, South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun is set to visit Beijing this week, marking the first high-level engagement between the two countries since President Lee Jae Myung took office in June.
During his two-day trip, Minister Cho will hold talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, discussing matters such as trade relations, regional cooperation, and efforts to ease tensions in Northeast Asia. The visit comes as China remains South Korea's largest trading partner, with bilateral trade reaching an impressive $267.6 billion in 2024.
The possible visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping to South Korea in October for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit is also on the agenda. If confirmed, it would mark Xi's first visit to South Korea since 2014.
The discussions between the two ministers are expected to be crucial, as they will pave the way for President Xi's visit and the potential deepening of cooperation between the two nations. The special envoy delivered President Lee Jae Myung's personal letter of invitation to Xi last month, signalling a willingness to strengthen ties.
The visit by Minister Cho follows a period of tension between China and South Korea, particularly over issues related to North Korea's nuclear weapons programme. However, both countries have expressed a desire to reduce tensions and promote regional stability.
It's important to note that China and South Korea established formal diplomatic ties in 1992, and this visit by Minister Cho marks a significant step in maintaining and strengthening these ties.
The APEC summit, scheduled for October, promises to be a crucial event for the region's economic cooperation and diplomacy. With the potential visit by President Xi, it could provide an opportunity for both countries to address pressing issues and work towards a more peaceful and prosperous future.
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