On October 7, South Korean Foreign Minister Park Jin spoke with Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand to discuss the development of bilateral relations. They explored ways to enhance practical cooperation in defense, energy, critical minerals, and artificial intelligence (AI).
The Foreign Ministry stated, "Minister Park noted Canada's recent efforts to expand strategic cooperation with key regional partners and expressed that the South Korean government aims to strengthen cooperation with reliable and capable middle powers like Canada based on the solid South Korea-U.S. alliance."
Both ministers agreed to continue expanding practical cooperation in defense and military sectors based on the 'Korea-Canada Security and Defense Cooperation Partnership.' They expressed hope for constructive discussions on advanced technology cooperation, including AI, during the upcoming 'Joint Committee on Science and Technology Innovation' meeting scheduled for November in Seoul.
Furthermore, with the recent increase in imports of Canadian oil and LNG, the two sides emphasized expanding cooperation for stable energy supply centered on major energy infrastructure projects Canada is pursuing. They also agreed to continue discussions on bilateral and multilateral cooperation related to establishing critical mineral supply chains.
Minister Park reminded that South Korean companies are contributing to enhancing Canada's industrial competitiveness through significant investments in strategic sectors such as batteries and advanced materials. He urged the Canadian government to ensure a smooth investment and business environment for South Korean firms during its efforts to strengthen industrial competitiveness.
Additionally, the two ministers committed to maintaining close communication to ensure that their 'Comprehensive Strategic Partnership' yields tangible cooperation results that benefit both nations' citizens. They exchanged views on major regional and global issues, including the Middle East, and pledged continued cooperation for peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula and in the region.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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