Japanese PM visits South Korea for second phase of ‘hometown summits’ with President Lee
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met for the fourth time in six months to strengthen ties between their countries. The summit, held in Andong, South Korea, focused on economic cooperation and geopolitical challenges. Both leaders aim to improve relations despite historical grievances and current global uncertainties.
- ▪The meeting marked the first time sitting leaders of South Korea and Japan have visited each other's hometowns.
- ▪The summit's agenda included discussions on economic and energy cooperation, the Iran war, and bilateral ties.
- ▪Experts believe the relationship between the two countries is on a positive trajectory, emphasizing cooperation over contentious issues.
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South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held their fourth meeting in about six months on Tuesday (May 19, 2026), underscoring their push to deepen ties between the historical Asian rivals in the face of geopolitical challenges.Mr. Lee hosted Takaichi in his hometown of Andong, a southeastern South Korean city famous for a centuries-old traditional folk village that is a UNESCO World Heritage site. In January, the two met in Ms. Takaichi’s hometown of Nara, an ancient Japanese capital. The meetings marked the first time sitting leaders of the two countries have visited each other’s hometowns.
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