Minister of Foreign Affairs Park Tae-yeol met with Chinese Ambassador to South Korea Dai Bing on the 6th and exchanged opinions on South Korea-China relations and the Korean Peninsula issues, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs noted.
Minister Park emphasized that South Korea-China relations have been steadily developing with positive exchanges. He suggested that this year, both countries should derive more substantial and fruitful outcomes through close cooperation. In this regard, Minister Park stated, "I expect the Chinese Embassy in South Korea to play a meaningful role as a bridge between the two countries based on Ambassador Dai's leadership."
Moreover, Minister Park highlighted the importance of maintaining strategic communication between South Korea and China for the common interest of peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula in the context of the complex situation surrounding it. He also requested a constructive role from China regarding the Korean Peninsula issues. In response, Ambassador Dai noted, "Both countries have a mutual interest in maintaining peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula," adding, "I will continue to play a constructive role in the future."
Additionally, Minister Park emphasized the need for close communication in preparation for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit to be held in Gyeongju this year. In response, Ambassador Dai stated, "I will do my best as the Chinese Ambassador to South Korea to ensure that South Korea-China relations can develop further in various fields, including preparations for the APEC summit."