On Monday, January 5, 2026, Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted a grand welcome ceremony in Beijing’s Great Hall of the People, greeting President of the Republic of Korea (ROK) Lee Jae Myung, who is on a state visit to China 🇨🇳🤝🇰🇷.
The ceremony kicked off with a 21-gun salute and the two leaders inspecting an honor guard dressed in crisp uniforms. They exchanged warm waves and a firm handshake, setting an upbeat tone for talks expected to focus on tech collaboration, electric vehicle supply chains, and regional stability.
For young tech enthusiasts tracking East Asia’s innovation race, this visit is a big deal: China and the ROK are planning to co-host a joint tech expo later this year, spotlighting AI advancements, 5G upgrades, and green energy projects 🌱🔋. Imagine cutting-edge research from Seoul’s startup hubs combining with Shenzhen’s hardware expertise – that’s a game-changer for the next-gen job market!
On the diplomacy front, Lee will also meet with the Chinese premier and foreign policy chiefs to discuss cross-border student exchanges, climate action, and cultural initiatives—think K-pop meets Beijing opera in fusion performances 🎶🏮. It’s all about boosting people-to-people ties and building a more connected Asia.
Stay tuned as this state visit unfolds: tomorrow, leaders are set to sign several memorandums of understanding on innovation funding and sustainable development. For anyone passionate about Asia’s future, this week’s events will be worth following!
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President Xi holds welcome ceremony for ROK President Lee Jae Myung
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