Korean Peninsula Peace
Lee and Xi hold first summit, discuss Korean Peninsula peace
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South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Chinese President Xi Jinping held their first summit in Gyeongju during Xi's visit to South Korea after 11 years. The two sides emphasized cooperation for denuclearization and peace on the Korean Peninsula, signing seven memorandums of understanding (MOUs) to expand practical ties. After the talks, they exchanged gifts with lighthearted banter.
South Korean Prime Minister Kim Min-seok stated on Friday that the government's focus for 2026 will be on fostering strategic industries, protecting lives from disasters, and promoting peace on the Korean Peninsula. He outlined these priorities during a ceremony marking the new year's first day of work at the government complex in Sejong, emphasizing pursuit under three key goals: an open government, one that listens to field voices, and a nation confident on the international stage.