Yoon to Xi Jinping: "Cooperate for Mature Korea-China Relations Based on Mutual Respect"

South Korea-China Summit in Bali, Indonesia
President Yoon "Expect Cooperation on Korean Peninsula Peace, Climate Change, Energy, and Other Issues"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Ki-min Lee] President Yoon Suk-yeol, who visited Bali, Indonesia to attend the G20 Summit, emphasized close communication between South Korea and China on the 15th (local time), stating, "We will cooperate for a mature Korea-China relationship based on mutual respect."

President Yoon made these remarks during a summit meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping held in Bali, Indonesia, that afternoon.

President Yoon first said, "I am honored to meet President Xi in person on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of Korea-China diplomatic relations," and added, "I appreciate your condolences regarding the recent tragedy in Itaewon, Seoul."

He continued, "President Xi and I shared a phone call in March and exchanged congratulatory letters on the 30th anniversary of Korea-China diplomatic relations in August, agreeing to open a new era of Korea-China cooperation," and stated, "Based on this consensus, our government will maintain close communication with China and cooperate for a mature Korea-China relationship based on mutual respect and reciprocity."

He further added, "We hope to cooperate on economic and human exchanges, peace and stability in the Korean Peninsula region, and global issues such as climate change and energy."

President Yoon emphasized, "Our government's diplomatic goal is to pursue and contribute to freedom, peace, and prosperity in East Asia and the international community," and said, "The means and methods are based on universal values and international norms."

He also urged, "China's role is very important in pursuing freedom, peace, and prosperity in the international community. South Korea must maintain close communication and cooperate with China. This aligns with the mutual interests of both countries."

Meanwhile, the presidential office spokesperson reported that the Korea-China summit meeting was held from 5:11 PM to 5:36 PM, lasting 25 minutes that day.

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