Diplomatic Dialogues: South Korea Engages with Beijing Ahead of APEC Summit

South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun is set to discuss Chinese President Xi Jinping's participation in the upcoming APEC summit in Korea during his visit to Beijing. Talks will also cover the strengthening of bilateral ties and address contentious issues like overlapping economic zones. Additionally, regional security concerns involving North Korea's recent activities and collaborations with China and Russia are on the agenda.

South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun announced plans to discuss the participation of Chinese President Xi Jinping at this month's APEC summit, hosted by Korea, during his visit to Beijing. Meeting with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, the ministers emphasized the need to enhance their countries' economic and diplomatic relations.

This visit comes on the heels of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's recent trip to Beijing, which aimed at bolstering military ties between North Korea and its allies. South Korea and Western officials have voiced concerns over potential military collaborations between Pyongyang and Moscow.

With both Xi and U.S. President Donald Trump invited to the APEC summit, regional security issues remain front and center. South Korea is navigating complex diplomatic waters, striving to maintain strong relations with China while addressing the challenges presented by North Korea's recent engagements with Russia.

(With inputs from agencies.)