Ambassador Jung Visits National Assembly: "COVID-19 Crisis Will Be a Catalyst for Explosive Growth in Bilateral Relations"

Chinese Ambassador to Korea Xing Haiming visited the National Assembly on the 13th and greeted Speaker Moon Hee-sang. Photo by Yoon Dong-ju doso7@

[Asia Economy Reporter Won Dara] Xing Haiming, the Chinese Ambassador to South Korea, visited the National Assembly and said, "South Korea's support during the COVID-19 pandemic has been very helpful. We are grateful." He also emphasized that this situation will become an opportunity for the development of bilateral relations. Moon Hee-sang, the Speaker of the National Assembly, delivered a letter of condolence to Chinese President Xi Jinping.

On the morning of the 13th, Ambassador Xing paid a courtesy call on Speaker Moon Hee-sang and said in Korean, "President Moon Jae-in, the Korean people, and companies have provided both material and moral support," adding, "It has greatly helped with quarantine efforts. I am deeply moved and thankful." He continued, "China has done well. President Xi Jinping is also preparing for liberation," and said, "I hope the Speaker will provide much assistance."

Speaker Moon said, "Regarding the difficulties China is facing due to COVID-19, I believe we must offer unwavering support and encouragement," and added, "I pray that this situation will be resolved as soon as possible."

Han Min-soo, the spokesperson for the Speaker of the National Assembly, told reporters immediately after the meeting, "Ambassador Xing said in Korean that once this situation is overcome, bilateral relations will explode in every aspect." In response, Speaker Moon replied, "The ground hardens after the rain. I believe the COVID-19 situation will serve as an opportunity for bilateral relations to advance to the next level."

When asked about President Xi's schedule to visit South Korea, he said, "There was no such discussion." However, he added, "When the Speaker mentioned that during MERS (Middle East Respiratory Syndrome), high-ranking Chinese officials visited South Korea and bilateral relations developed, Ambassador Xing said he would convey the opinion to allow President Xi to visit."

On that day, Speaker Moon delivered a letter of condolence to Ambassador Xing for President Xi. Ambassador Xing also conveyed a congratulatory message on the four awards won by 'Parasite.'

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