Finance minister discusses economic ties, cooperation with US ambassador
Finance Minister Lee Hyoung-il met with U.S. Ambassador to Korea Michelle Steel on Monday to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral economic cooperation, the finance ministry said. During the meeting held at the government complex in Seoul, Lee said the Korea-U.S. alliance has expanded beyond security to encompass economic areas, including advanced industries, energy and supply chains, over the…
On Monday, Finance Minister Lee Hyoung-il held a meeting with U.S. Ambassador to Korea Michelle Steel to explore avenues for enhancing bilateral economic cooperation, as per the finance ministry's statement. The discussion took place at the government complex in Seoul. In his remarks, Minister Lee emphasized that the Korea-U.S. alliance, which has lasted for 70 years, has transcended security considerations to encompass various economic sectors, including advanced industries, energy, and supply chains.
He conveyed his optimism that Ambassador Steel, who hails from Seoul, would facilitate deeper bonds between the two nations and facilitate the expansion of economic ties, leveraging her profound familiarity with both countries. Lee further solicited Steel's assistance in fostering improved communication channels to address and resolve any bilateral trade disputes.
Both parties concurred on the necessity to broaden economic cooperation in a manner that further fortifies the Seoul-Washington alliance, according to the ministry.
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