The key facts

  • The foreign ministers of South Korea and China met in Beijing
  • According to the South Korean side, people-to-people exchanges in 2026 will exceed 10 million, and trade has grown by more than 40%
  • The APEC meeting in Shenzhen is scheduled for November 18–19

Talks in Beijing

South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun, during a visit to Beijing, told his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi that peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula serve the common interests of both countries. He expressed hope that the sides would continue to strengthen strategic communication to improve the situation on the peninsula. The minister's visit is scheduled for two days and ends on Saturday.

Dynamics of Bilateral Relations

Cho Hyun noted that the momentum toward restoring South Korea–China relations is being maintained: according to him, bilateral people-to-people exchanges this year are expected to exceed 10 million people, and trade between the countries has grown by more than 40%. These figures are cited by the South Korean outlet Chosun Biz, quoting the minister.

Upcoming Events

Wang Yi said that the countries should develop their strategic partnership as they prepare for the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations, which will be marked next year. He called the Asia-Pacific region a common home for the peoples of the two countries and expressed confidence that the upcoming APEC economic leaders' meeting in Shenzhen on November 18–19 will give the relations new meaning and additional momentum. The ministers also planned to continue discussing bilateral relations and the regional situation.