President Lee’s Korea Policy Daily

[Presidential Briefing] President Lee Holds First Phone Call with President Tokayev of Kazakhstan (July 23, 2025) 📞 A New Diplomatic Chapter Between Korea and Kazakhstan On July 23, 2025, President Lee Jae-myung held his first phone conversation with Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Kazakhstan. The dialogue marked a significant step toward enhancing strategic cooperation and deepening the relationship between the two nations. President Lee expressed his appreciation for President Tokayev’s congratulatory letter sent upon the launch of the new Korean administration. He emphasized the strong friendship and strategic partnership that have developed since the two countries signed their bilateral agreement in 2009. 🤝 Honoring History: Repatriation of General Hong Beom-do President Lee also expressed deep gratitude to President Tokayev for his active support in repatriating the remains of General Hong Beom-do under challenging circumstances. This act stands as a po...

  President Lee Dispatches Special Envoys to Canada and Malaysia (July 20, 2025) On July 20, 2025, Presidential Spokesperson Kang Yoo-jung issued a written briefing announcing the dispatch of special envoys to Canada and Malaysia. The envoys will deliver President Lee Jae-myung’s personal letters and messages, aimed at strengthening strategic partnerships and enhancing bilateral cooperation. This move is part of the administration’s broader diplomatic strategy to re-establish Korea’s global leadership and communicate its national philosophy directly to key allies. 🇨🇦 Special Envoy to Canada The delegation to Canada, led by Representative Kim Byung-joo, will visit from July 22 to 27. Accompanied by lawmakers Maeng Sung-kyu and Kim Joo-young, the team will meet with senior Canadian officials to discuss cooperation in defense, energy, and other strategic sectors. The visit underscores Korea’s intention to upgrade the bilateral relationship to a “comprehensive strat...