South Korean President Lee Jae Myung wrapped up his three-day State Visit to India and is now en route to Vietnam. The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson highlighted the visit’s positive outcomes, strengthening the bilateral partnership with a forward-looking agenda.
President Lee is scheduled to meet Vietnamese counterpart To Lam in Hanoi on Wednesday. This meeting follows their previous encounter in August during To Lam’s State Visit to South Korea, as reported by Yonhap News Agency. Additionally, President Lee will engage with Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung and National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man, aiming to enhance economic cooperation through a business forum before returning to South Korea on Friday.
During his visit, President Lee emphasized the enduring partnership between India and South Korea, envisioning a collaborative future. He expressed admiration for Indian President Droupadi Murmu’s resilience in overcoming challenges and her commitment to serving the community and marginalized groups. President Lee acknowledged the limitless potential for cooperation between the two nations, beyond political and economic realms, underscoring mutual growth and gratitude for India’s hospitality.
In a meeting at Hyderabad House, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Lee discussed expanding cooperation across various sectors, including trade, financial services, technology, defense, and cultural exchanges. The leaders witnessed the signing of multiple Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) and agreements covering diverse areas such as economy, trade, technology, education, and people-to-people ties.
