Prime Minister Han Meets Xi Jinping, Hopes for Mature Korea-China Relations

Prime Minister Han Duck-soo met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Hangzhou, China, on the 23rd and said, "I hope to develop a healthy and mature Korea-China relationship."

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During the meeting with President Xi held in downtown Hangzhou that day, Prime Minister Han stated in his opening remarks, "The smooth and continuous high-level exchanges and communication between Korea and China hold significant meaning, demonstrating both countries' active will to develop Korea-China relations."

He continued, "The two countries are facing global challenges together, including rising regional tensions due to North Korea's continuous provocations, global economic uncertainties, and supply chain disruptions."

Referring to his meeting with President Xi at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit held in Bangkok, Thailand, last November, Prime Minister Han said, "I am glad to meet again here in Hangzhou."

He added, "As neighboring countries, I wish for the successful hosting of the Hangzhou Asian Games," and "I convey President Yoon Suk-yeol's special regards."

He then emphasized, "I consider meaningful the Korea-China summit at last year's G20 summit in Bali, Indonesia, and today's meeting following the recent talks between Premier Li Qiang and President Yoon."

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