Xi Jinping's First Visit to South Korea Since 2014: Strengthening Diplomatic Ties Amid Regional Economic Cooperation

Nov 02, 2025 12:17 am CST

Chinese President Xi Jinping made his first visit to South Korea in over a decade, meeting with President Lee Jae Myung to strengthen bilateral relations. As the US President Trump departed early from the APEC summit, Xi took center stage to promote regional cooperation and reset diplomatic ties with multiple nations including Canada and Japan. The visit resulted in the renewal of a $49 billion currency swap agreement and discussions on North Korean engagement, marking a significant step in reshaping East Asian diplomatic dynamics.