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India Gazette
6 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
PM Modi congratulates Lee Jae-Myung on being elected South Korean President, looks to deepen India-ROK
New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Lee Jae-Myung on his election as President of the Republic of Korea and expressed his intent to work closely with him to 'expand and strengthen' the India-ROK 'Special Strategic Partnership.' In a post on X, he said, 'Congratulations to Mr Lee Jae-Myung on being elected as the President of the Republic of Korea. Look forward to working together to further expand and strengthen the India-ROK Special Strategic Partnership.' Lee Jae-myung's hardscrabble path to the South Korean presidency mirrors his country's rise from grinding poverty to one of the world's leading economies, Al Jazeera reported. When Lee, a scandal-prone school dropout-turned-lawyer who was elected in a landslide on Tuesday, was born in 1963, South Korea's gross domestic product (GDP) per capita was comparable to sub-Saharan African nations. Known for his populist and outspoken style, Lee, the standard bearer for the left-leaning Democratic Party, has often credited his humble beginnings with moulding his progressive beliefs. 'Poverty is not a sin, but I was always particularly sensitive to the injustices I experienced because of poverty,' Lee said in a speech in 2022, as quoted by Al Jazeera. 'The reason I am in politics now is to help those still suffering in the pit of poverty and despair that I managed to escape, by building a fair society and a world with hope,' he said. As president, Lee has pledged to prioritise the economy, proposing, among other things, a major boost in investment in artificial intelligence, the introduction of a four-and-a-half-day work week, and tax deductions for parents in proportion to the number of children they have, as per Al Jazeera. On foreign affairs, he has promised to mend relations with North Korea while pushing for its ultimate denuclearisation - in keeping with the traditional stance of his Democratic Party - and maintain the US-Korea security alliance without alienating China and Russia. (ANI)
Hans India
6 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
PM Modi greets Lee Jae-myung on presidency, signals intent for close cooperation
PM Modi congratulates Lee Jae-myung following his election as president of South Korea while expressing his desire to deepen the India-ROK Special Strategic Partnership. He expressed his congratulations on X to Mr Lee Jae-myung for Lee Jae-myung election as President of the Republic of Korea (ROK). We anticipate collaboration to enhance and solidify the India South Korea relations. Mr Lee Jae-Myung has been elected as the new President of the Republic of Korea. Keen to collaborate in extending and enhancing the India-ROK Special Strategic Partnership. On early Wednesday Lee Jae-myung from the liberal opposition became the new president following a period of political chaos that started when Yoon Suk Yeol imposed martial law. President Myung announced his government would implement strong deterrence against North Korean aggression based on the solid military partnership between South Korea and the United States during his first speech after taking office. Myung underlined his administration's openness to engage in talks with North Korea which would foster enduring peace throughout the Korean Peninsula. Lee encouraged South Korean citizens to advance "with hope and make a fresh start from this moment on" during his early Wednesday speech to his supporters according to Reuters. Despite our temporary diplomatic ties they remain fellow citizens of the Republic of Korea regardless of their lack of support for us he stated. He committed to continuing discussions and working together with North Korea to build peaceful coexistence and mutual prosperity even though South Korea remains technically at war with the North. Lee Jun-seok has divided conservative voters through his campaign which targets both younger people and a wider demographic than Kim while he builds his reputation as a legitimate future leader. The exit poll data showed that he captured 7.7% of the total vote share.
Deccan Herald
6 days ago
- General
- Deccan Herald
PM Modi congratulates Lee Jae-myung on being elected South Korean president
Congratulations to Mr Lee Jae-Myung on being elected as the President of the Republic of Korea. Look forward to working together to further expand and strengthen the India-ROK Special Strategic Partnership. @Jaemyung_Lee
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
PM Modi congratulates Lee Jae-myung on being elected South Korean president
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday congratulated Lee Jae-myung on his election as president of South Korea. He said on X, "Congratulations to Mr Lee Jae-myung on being elected as the President of the Republic of Korea (ROK). Look forward to working together to further expand and strengthen the India-ROK Special Strategic Partnership." Liberal opposition candidate Lee Jae-myung was elected president early Wednesday, a victory that would cap months of political turmoil triggered by the stunning but brief imposition of martial law by the now-ousted conservative leader Yoon Suk Yeol. Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
Mint
6 days ago
- Business
- Mint
‘Look forward to working together…': PM Modi congratulates Lee Jae-myung on being elected South Korean president
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday congratulated Lee Jae-myung on his election as South Korean president, expressing eagerness to strengthen the India-ROK Special Strategic Partnership. He said on X, 'Congratulations to Mr Lee Jae-myung on being elected as the President of the Republic of Korea (ROK). Look forward to working together to further expand and strengthen the India-ROK Special Strategic Partnership.' Congratulations to Mr Lee Jae-myung on being elected as the President of the Republic of Korea (ROK). Look forward to working together to further expand and strengthen the India-ROK Special Strategic Partnership. Liberal opposition candidate Lee Jae-myung was elected president early Wednesday, a victory that would cap months of political turmoil triggered by the stunning but brief imposition of martial law by the now-ousted conservative leader Yoon Suk Yeol. (This is a developing story) Key Takeaways The election of Lee Jae-myung marks a pivotal change in South Korean politics. PM Modi's congratulatory message signals the importance of India-South Korea relations. The strengthening of the India-ROK Special Strategic Partnership could lead to enhanced diplomatic and economic ties.
