Comprehensive Strategic Cooperation Step Between France and South Korea
Meeting in Paris on the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations, the leaders of the two countries signed a partnership agreement in numerous critical areas, particularly defense and advanced technologies.
South Korea and France signed numerous cooperation agreements covering defense, artificial intelligence, space, and aviation as a result of high-level contacts held in Paris on the 140th anniversary of their diplomatic relations.
Summit Meeting in Paris
French President Emmanuel Macron officially hosted South Korean President Lee Jae Myung at the Elysee Palace in the capital Paris.
Scope of Signed Agreements
Various agreements were signed in the fields of defense, aviation, industry, artificial intelligence, culture, space, and quantum technologies during the talks held with the participation of French and South Korean ministers.
Emphasis on Strategic Autonomy
President Macron drew attention to the importance that the year 2026 holds for relations, stating that the two countries agreed on protecting their strategic autonomies and sovereignties.
Technology and Nuclear Cooperation
While the agreement between Samsung and Mistral AI in the fields of semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and quantum technologies was deemed critical, it was decided to establish a high-level dialogue channel for nuclear cooperation.