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Lee embarks on trip to U.S., Mexico

SEOUL, Sept. 21 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung left Monday on a two-nation ...

Lee embarks on trip to U.S., Mexico

President Lee Jae Myung departed on Monday for a two-nation tour to the United States and Mexico. His itinerary includes attending the United Nations General Assembly in New York and undertaking a state visit to Mexico.

Lee is slated to deliver a speech at the U.N. session on Tuesday, underscoring his dedication to achieving lasting peace on the Korean Peninsula, according to his aides. During his three-day stay in New York for the UNGA, the president aims to engage in discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump and other global leaders, as confirmed by officials. He plans to meet with U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and seek joint efforts from the United Nations to maintain peace on the Korean Peninsula.

On Wednesday, Lee will commence a three-day state visit to Mexico. During this trip, he will engage in summit talks with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum to explore opportunities for increasing bilateral trade and investment. In Mexico City, Lee will also interact with Korean nationals residing in the country and participate in a business forum. Lee is expected to leave Mexico on Saturday, returning home the following day.

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