Atlanta:South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun held separate meetings with his German and Polish counterparts during the Group of 20 (G20) meeting in Atlanta to explore ways to enhance bilateral cooperation, as announced by his office on Saturday.
According to Yonhap News Agency, Cho met with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul on Friday, expressing a desire for deeper ties with Germany in various domains, including defense, the economy, and cutting-edge industries, as stated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
In the meeting with Wadephul, the German minister expressed gratitude towards Seoul's foreign ministry for its role in the successful preparation of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's recent visit to South Korea. He also expressed a desire for increased cooperation in bilateral trade and investment.
Cho's discussions with Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski focused on continuing dialogue related to cooperation in areas such as defense and battery technology, following Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk's visit to South Korea in April. Sikorski also sought South Korea's support for Poland's efforts to join the G20, with Cho suggesting ongoing consultations on the topic.