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Korean President Lee Jae Myung was honored with France's highest decoration, the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour, by President Emmanuel Macron in recognition of his efforts to strengthen bilateral relations, a presidential spokesperson announced. The prestigious award was presented during a state dinner hosted by Macron for the visiting Korean leader on Tuesday night.
Kang Yu-jung, the spokesperson, explained that the honor acknowledged Lee's role in enhancing the friendship between Korea and France and represented the highest form of recognition. The dinner event also featured Lee, his first lady Kim Hea Kyung, and over a dozen prominent Korean business executives, such as Samsung's Lee Jae-yong and Hyosung Group's Cho Hyun-joon.
During the gathering, Lee declared that he had formed a close friendship with Macron during his recent visits to France, expressing optimism for a long-lasting partnership. The Korean president further emphasized the need for increased collaboration in nuclear energy, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, culture, and other sectors, building upon the existing strong ties.
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