South Korean President尹锡悦 Embarks on ASEAN Tour Philippines Singapore Laos

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10 月 4, 2024 #韩联社-政治

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Yoon Suk-yeol to Embark on Southeast Asian Tour, Attending ASEAN Summits

Seoul, October 3, 2024 -South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol will embark on a multi-nation tour of Southeast Asia from October 6th to 11th, visiting the Philippines,Singapore, and Laos, according to the Presidential Office.

President Yoon will begin his trip with state visits to the Philippines and Singapore, aiming to strengthen economicties and expand investment collaborations with both countries. He will then travel to Laos to attend the ASEAN Summit, marking a significant step towards establishing a comprehensive strategic partnership between South Korea and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

The trip will also see President Yoon participate in the ASEAN-Korea-China-Japan (10+3) Summit. According to Japanese media reports, newly appointed Japanese Prime Minister Ishihara Shigeru is expected to attend the ASEAN Summit, potentially leading to a first-ever summit meeting with President Yoon.

While the Japanese Prime Minister’s attendance at the ASEAN Summit remains unconfirmed, a high-ranking official from the Presidential Office confirmed that South Korea and Japan are currently discussing the possibility of a bilateral summit between the two leaders during their respective visitsto Laos.

First Lady Kim Keon-hee will accompany President Yoon on this trip.

This tour signifies South Korea’s commitment to strengthening its regional partnerships and fostering closer economic and diplomatic ties within Southeast Asia. The potential for a summit between President Yoon and Prime Minister Ishihara further adds weight to the trip, potentially marking a new chapter in South Korea-Japan relations.

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