President Lee Jae Myung met Britain's Princess Anne at Cheong Wa Dae on Tuesday to discuss ways to promote bilateral cooperation.
President Lee Jae Myung told Princess Anne that South Koreans have been waiting for her visit. The meeting took place at Cheong Wa Dae as the princess began a three-day trip to promote South Korea-Britain collaboration.
Princess Anne spoke about her earlier visit to HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Co.'s shipyard in Ulsan, highlighting maritime cooperation and ties with British firms such as Rolls-Royce.
Spokesperson Kang Yu-jung quoted Lee as hoping the visit becomes a landmark for continuing friendship. Princess Anne expressed hope that Lee will visit Britain soon to strengthen ties.