PM Modi is scheduled to engage in a bilateral summit with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Monday, focusing on enhancing economic cooperation and strengthening their strategic alliance amidst the ongoing conflict in West Asia. President Lee will begin by paying respects at Raj Ghat, a memorial honoring Mahatma Gandhi, before engaging in discussions with PM Modi.
This meeting will mark their third face-to-face interaction, following previous discussions during the Group of Seven and Group of 20 meetings last year. The agenda is expected to include exploring opportunities for collaboration in key sectors such as shipbuilding, finance, artificial intelligence, and defense, as highlighted by South Korean National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac.
Both leaders are likely to address issues concerning global supply chains and energy security, given their significant dependence on imported energy sources, particularly in the context of the ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran. Following the summit, President Lee will participate in a roundtable with business leaders from both nations and attend a state luncheon hosted by President Droupadi Murmu.
President Lee’s visit to New Delhi, spanning three days, commenced on Sunday with a warm reception from Union Minister of State for Corporate Affairs Harsh Malhotra. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar also met with President Lee, commending his dedication to expanding bilateral relations across various domains and expressing optimism that the visit will further strengthen the Special Strategic Partnership between India and South Korea.
