President Lee’s Korea Policy Daily

[Korea-Germany Summit Call] President Lee and Chancellor Merz Discuss Strengthening Democratic and Trade-Based Cooperation (July 24, 2025) 📞 President Lee Jae-myung holds first phone call with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz On July 24, 2025, President Lee Jae-myung of South Korea held his first official phone conversation with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. This call marked a significant diplomatic milestone, as both countries recently inaugurated new administrations. The dialogue emphasized both symbolic resonance and the commitment to practical cooperation moving forward. President Lee congratulated Chancellor Merz on his inauguration and reflected on the 140-year history of Korea-Germany relations, dating back to the 1883 Treaty of Amity and Commerce. He emphasized the opportunity for the two new governments to advance bilateral ties through active communication and collaboration based on shared values. 🇰🇷🇩🇪 Shared values: Democracy and free trade Both lead...