The 19-Year Wait Ends: Lee Jae-myung Meloni Summit 2026 in Seoul
President Lee Jae-myung and PM Giorgia Meloni hold a historic summit in Seoul on Jan 19, 2026. This Lee Jae-myung Meloni Summit 2026 marks the first Italian leader's visit in 19 years, focusing on AI and chips.
It's the first time in nearly two decades. South Korea and Italy are set to rewrite their economic partnership. President Lee Jae-myung and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni meet in Seoul this Monday to lock in deals on cutting-edge technologies.
Lee Jae-myung Meloni Summit 2026: A New Tech Frontier
PM Meloni's visit marks a significant milestone as she is the first Italian leader to visit Seoul for bilateral talks in 19 years. After a brief encounter at the UN General Assembly in September 2025, this second summit focuses on turning diplomatic goodwill into industrial muscle, specifically in AI and semiconductors.
Strengthening the Indo-Pacific & European Link
According to Cheong Wa Dae, the leaders don't just plan to talk trade. They're eyeing defense and investment strategies that could reshape supply chains. Meloni is the first European leader to visit since President Lee took office in June 2025, signaling Italy's pivoting interest toward the Asia-Pacific region.
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