Overview
- Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and President Lee Jae‑myung agreed to deepen cooperation on economic security, including supply‑chain resilience, while underscoring the value of Japan–U.S.–Korea coordination.
- They exchanged views on global risks such as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and evolving U.S. policy under President Trump, confirming plans to coordinate responses.
- Both sides welcomed progress on DNA testing of remains linked to the Chosei coal mine, with analysis expected to proceed largely under Korean leadership.
- The leaders committed to continue shuttle diplomacy after holding small and plenary meetings, a joint press conference, and a prime‑minister‑hosted dinner, with a joint visit to Horyu‑ji set for January 14.
- Public outreach and tight security framed the visit, featuring a surprise two‑leader drum session that included BTS’s ‘Dynamite,’ large police deployments, and bilingual welcome banners; they also agreed to draft a cooperation document against cross‑border fraud.