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Lee arrives in Mexico for summit with President Sheinbaum

MEXICO CITY — President Lee Jae Myung arrived in Mexico City on Wednesday for a state visit, which will include summit talks with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. Lee and Sheinbaum are scheduled to hold summit talks, a luncheon and a joint press announcement on Thursday with the two countries seeking to strengthen cooperation in trade, investment and supply chains. During the summit, the…

Lee arrives in Mexico for summit with President Sheinbaum

President Lee Jae Myung touched down in Mexico City on Wednesday for an official visit aimed at bolstering ties between South Korea and Mexico. The trip follows a 16-year hiatus since the last visit by a Korean president to the country.

During his three-day stay, Lee will engage in high-level summit talks with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. The discussions will cover a range of topics, including expanding bilateral trade and investment, strengthening institutional support for Korean businesses operating in Mexico, and fostering cooperation in energy and critical mineral supply chains.

In addition to the summit, Lee plans to meet with Korean residents residing in Mexico and participate in a business forum. The visit marks a significant step forward in diplomatic relations between the two nations, signaling a renewed commitment to collaboration across various sectors.

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