[Asia Economy Reporter Jo Yoo-jin] Major Chinese media outlets focused on reporting that the South Korean and U.S. leaders discussed strengthening the South Korea-U.S. alliance during their first phone call on the 4th.


China Central Television (CCTV) and Xinhua News Agency reported, "The two leaders discussed strengthening the South Korea-U.S. alliance," adding, "The two leaders agreed to cooperate for peace on the Korean Peninsula."


Xinhua News Agency reported that the two leaders discussed the Korean Peninsula issue and shared the view on the urgent need to establish a 'comprehensive North Korea strategy.'


They also agreed on the importance of improving South Korea-Japan relations and regional peace and prosperity.


Both the Xin Jing Bao and Huanqiu Shibao cited Korean media in reporting that the strengthening of the South Korea-U.S. alliance was discussed during the first call between the two leaders.


The semi-official media outlet China News Network reported that regarding this call, President Moon detailed the contents of the meeting on his social network service (SNS).



China News Network introduced, "President Moon said he agreed with President Biden to cooperate in safeguarding peace on the Korean Peninsula and to jointly respond to global issues," adding, "During this call, they also discussed issues such as COVID-19 prevention, climate change, and economic polarization."


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