China, South Korea
Behind the scenes of secret Seoul-Beijing talks

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung (left) takes a selfie with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in Beijing, 5 January 2026.
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung (left) takes a selfie with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in Beijing, 5 January 2026. © Yonhap/Pool/EPA/MaxPPP
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung's recent visit to China, notable for his talks with Xi Jinping, went beyond protocol to become a key part of geopolitical manoeuvring in the region. Their meeting revealed the two countries' complex web of interests. [...]
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