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President Lee Arrives in Mongolia for First State Visit in 15 Years

Kang Min-u

Published : Jul 9, 2026 10:26 AM

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President Lee Jae-myung has arrived in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, to continue his overseas trip following the conclusion of the NATO summit.

During this state visit, the first by a South Korean president in 15 years, President Lee is scheduled to hold a summit with President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh. The two leaders are expected to issue a joint declaration titled "The Golden Age of Korea-Mongolia Relations," which outlines a future vision for bilateral ties.

The Office of the President stated that it anticipates this visit will strengthen cooperation with Mongolia on trade and supply chains, and help build a partnership to realize peace on the Korean Peninsula.