South Korea and France Forge Global Strategic Partnership

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and French President Emmanuel Macron have agreed to elevate their bilateral relations to a global strategic partnership during Macron's two-day state visit to South Korea, as announced by Korea's Blue House.

SEOUL, April 3 - In a significant diplomatic maneuver, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and French President Emmanuel Macron have committed to upgrading their bilateral relationship to a 'global strategic partnership,' according to a statement from Korea's Blue House.

President Macron arrived in South Korea on Thursday for a two-day state visit aimed at strengthening ties between the two nations. The visit underscores the importance both countries place on collaborative diplomacy.

A summit is set to take place later on Friday in Seoul, marking a pivotal moment in the partnership negotiations, per the presidential office.

(With inputs from agencies.)