Japan, South Korea agree to boost energy cooperation amid Mideast war

AFP | Seoul

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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung are expected to agree on strengthening cooperation to ensure a stable supply of energy resources during their summit Tuesday amid global disruptions linked to tensions in the Middle East, Kyodo News Agency reported.

The meeting is taking place in Andong, the South Korean president’s hometown in the country’s southeast, marking the leaders’ third summit and part of ongoing reciprocal visits aimed at deepening bilateral ties.

Takaichi arrived at South Korea’s Daegu International Airport on Tuesday afternoon on her two-day visit and traveled to Andong.

According to Japanese government officials, the two leaders are also likely to discuss broader economic security issues, including efforts to build more resilient supply chains for critical minerals and other strategic materials.