South Korean leader Lee Jae Myung conducted a bilateral meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during Wednesday's United Nations General Assembly sessions. The presidential office reported that both leaders committed to strengthening their nations' relationship through shared viewpoints on global matters. Italy and South Korea have maintained diplomatic relations since 1884 and established strategic partnership status in 2018. Their discussions centered on expanding cooperation within artificial intelligence and defense manufacturing sectors.
Meloni praised South Korea's economic and cultural capabilities while expressing eagerness to visit the Asian nation soon. The Italian leader extended a reciprocal invitation for Lee to travel to Italy when his schedule permits. Both officials acknowledged the potential for enhanced bilateral engagement across multiple sectors. The meeting reinforced existing diplomatic frameworks between the two nations.
Meloni praised South Korea's economic and cultural capabilities while expressing eagerness to visit the Asian nation soon. The Italian leader extended a reciprocal invitation for Lee to travel to Italy when his schedule permits. Both officials acknowledged the potential for enhanced bilateral engagement across multiple sectors. The meeting reinforced existing diplomatic frameworks between the two nations.
