Chinese President Xi Jinping met with National Assembly Speaker of the Republic of Korea (ROK) Woo Won-shik in Harbin on Friday, as the two leaders emphasized deepening economic and cultural collaboration. The talks, held during the 9th Asian Winter Games’ opening ceremony, highlighted shared goals for regional stability and win-win partnerships ✨.
Key Takeaways
🏛️ Diplomatic Momentum: President Xi noted that China-ROK relations have 'achieved continuous growth' over three decades, fostering peace and development in Asia. He reaffirmed China’s 'stable policy' toward the ROK, urging joint efforts to strengthen their strategic partnership.
💼 Trade & Innovation: Both sides agreed to boost economic ties, focusing on mutual benefits and integrated supply chains. Xi stressed that such cooperation 'aligns with the common interests of the two peoples.'
🎭 Cultural Bonds: The leaders called for expanded cultural exchanges to ‘strengthen friendship’ between citizens. They also pledged support for each other’s upcoming APEC Economic Leaders’ Meetings—hosted by the ROK in 2023 and China in 2024.
❄️ Winter Games Spotlight: Woo’s visit underscores the role of sports in diplomacy, with Harbin’s icy festivities serving as a backdrop for high-level dialogue. Can snowballing ties lead to a warmer regional future? 🌨️➡️🌞
