South Korean President Seeks Stronger Ties With Saudi Arabia on Energy, Defense

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol takes a question during a news conference to mark his first 100 days in office at the presidential office in Seoul, South Korea, on Aug. 17, 2022. Chung Sung-Jun/The Canadian Press via AP

The president of South Korea on Nov. 21 reaffirmed his nation’s commitment to bolstering ties with Saudi Arabia in energy, defense, and infrastructure, following his meeting last week with the country’s crown prince.

President Yoon Suk-yeol voiced his government’s support for Saudi Arabia’s economic reform plan, titled Vision 2030, in a letter to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Yonhap News Agency reported.