(2nd LD) Lee calls for efforts to advance S. Korea-Germany ties to 'new level' (opens original article in a new tab)

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz during the G7 summit in France, discussing ways to enhance bilateral relations and cooperation in various fields.

• South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on the sidelines of the G7 summit in France
• Lee called for advancing South Korea-Germany relations to a new level and highlighted cooperation in economy, industry, science, technology, and security
• Merz expressed hope for expanding bilateral investment and mentioned a planned visit to South Korea by the end of October