# inter‑Korean relations

Lee Jae‑myung Seeks Reset with Beijing and a Diplomatic Thaw on the Peninsula in Second Year Agenda

At his New Year press conference, President Lee Jae‑myung announced plans to deepen ties with China, push for renewed U.S.–North Korea dialogue, and restart inter‑Korean engagement while prioritising social welfare and prosecutorial reform at home. The agenda signals an attempt to balance external diplomacy with domestic reform as Lee enters a pivotal second year.