On Jan 5, 2026, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with President Lee Jae Myung of the Republic of Korea in Beijing, calling for a fresh push to deepen China-ROK ties 🤝.
"As both friends and neighbors, we should keep frequent exchanges, interaction and communication," Xi said, highlighting the goal to advance the strategic cooperative partnership on a sound track 🛤️.
This renewed commitment could open doors for ramped-up cooperation in tech innovation, cultural exchanges and green projects — think more startup collaborations, student programs and eco-friendly initiatives across East Asia 🌏.
Both sides agreed to set up working groups and regular dialogues to keep the momentum going. For young professionals and digital natives in South and Southeast Asia, stronger China-ROK ties mean more cross-border opportunities and a more connected region. Stay tuned for more updates!
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Xi calls for efforts to advance China-ROK ties on a sound track
cgtn.com
