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    South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol becomes first leader to embark on historic Middle East diplomatic tour

    South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol becomes first leader to embark on historic Middle East diplomatic tour

    South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has embarked on a state visit to the Middle East, making him the first South Korean leader to undertake such a diplomatic tour. The visit aims to foster business cooperation, enhance diplomatic relations, and address regional security concerns amid the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.

    South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol becomes first leader to embark on historic Middle East diplomatic tour
    Photo: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol becomes first leader to embark on historic Middle East diplomatic tour 
    Source: Reuters

    President Yoon's office confirmed that the South Korean leader departed for Saudi Arabia on October 21, with plans to hold discussions with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on October 22. Following his meetings in Saudi Arabia, President Yoon is scheduled to continue his tour, heading to Qatar on October 24-25 for a high-level summit and participation in a business forum.

    This diplomatic mission comes approximately one year after Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's official visit to South Korea, during which the two nations established cooperation agreements in key sectors, including energy, defense, and infrastructure construction. These agreements culminated in the signing of investment pacts valued at a staggering $30bn with Korean firms, bolstering economic ties between the two nations.

    South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol becomes first leader to embark on historic Middle East diplomatic tour
    Photo: Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's official visit to South Korea in 2022
    Source: Reuters

    The state visit holds immense significance, not only due to its historic nature but also because it seeks to strengthen the already robust economic relationships between South Korea, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. These nations have shared interests in the energy sector, defense industry, and infrastructure development, making this tour a pivotal moment for advancing these partnerships.

    Accompanying President Yoon on this diplomatic mission are prominent business leaders from South Korea's most influential conglomerates. Among them are Jay Y. Lee, Executive Chairman of Samsung Electronics, E.S. Chung, Executive Chair of Hyundai Motor Group, and heads of other major conglomerates like Hanwha, GS, and HD Hyundai. Their presence underlines the importance of economic cooperation and investment opportunities in these dynamic markets.

    The visit to Saudi Arabia and Qatar is also notable for its focus on regional security, given the ongoing challenges in the Middle East. President Yoon is expected to engage in discussions with leaders in the region to address and seek solutions to the pressing security conditions that affect not only the Middle East but also have global implications.

     

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