South Korean President Lee Jae-myung is set to host a luncheon with leaders from major religious groups on Monday to discuss ways to promote national unity. The event at Cheong Wa Dae aims to foster social cohesion, restore public trust, and gather views from religious communities on overcoming division and conflict.
President Lee Jae-myung is scheduled to host a luncheon at Cheong Wa Dae on Monday, January 12, 2026, with leaders from major religious groups including Buddhist, Protestant, and Catholic communities. The event focuses on promoting national unity amid ongoing social challenges.
Presidential spokesperson Kang Yu-jung stated in a written briefing that the luncheon is "arranged to foster social cohesion, restore public trust and gather views from religious communities on overcoming division and conflict to move toward coexistence and unity."
Invitees include Archbishop Chung Soon-taick of the Archdiocese of Seoul and Bishop Lee Yong-hoon, president of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Korea, along with leaders from Buddhist and Protestant groups. This follows a similar gathering on July 9, 2025, at the presidential office.
The initiative reflects the government's efforts to heal societal divisions and build consensus. Religious leaders' input is expected to provide diverse perspectives for addressing national issues and enhancing unity.
