Key facts
- President Lee Jae Myung congratulated U.S. President Donald Trump and the American people on the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.
- Lee described South Korea as a "precious partner" to the U.S., emphasizing shared values.
- The South Korean president noted the sacrifices of U.S. soldiers during the Korean War.
- Lee stated that South Korea and the U.S. are expanding cooperation into areas such as economy, advanced technology, energy, and AI.
- Lee aims to elevate the Seoul-Washington alliance to a new level.
President Lee Jae Myung congratulated U.S. President Donald Trump and the people of the United States on the 250th anniversary of American independence. Lee referred to South Korea as a "precious partner" to the U.S., emphasizing that both nations uphold shared values.
Lee wrote a message on X, formerly Twitter, commemorating the anniversary. He highlighted the U.S.'s "great journey toward the ideals of freedom and democracy" and its leadership in international peace and prosperity. He also recalled the sacrifices of young U.S. soldiers during the 1950-53 Korean War, stating that South Korea will remember their contributions and work to further strengthen the Seoul-Washington alliance.