South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol hosts the country's first summit with leaders of Pacific islands, as Seoul seeks to boost its influence in the region
"The summit today will mark a new beginning of cooperation between South Korea and the Pacific islands," South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol says. / Photo: Reuters
As the leaders agreed on Monday to increase efforts to fight the climate crisis, South Korea will also consider additional funding initiatives to support the Pacific region, Yoon's office said. "The summit today will mark a new beginning of cooperation between South Korea and the Pacific islands," Yoon said in his opening remarks.
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