South Korean President to begin state visit to UAE on Monday

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung is set to hold talks with UAE President H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan when he arrives in the UAE on Monday, November 17, on a state visit, national news agency Wam reported.

This will be Jae-myung's first visit to the UAE since assuming office.

The talks will explore ways to strengthen economic and development-focused ties between the two countries.

The leaders will also look at opportunities to advance both the Special Strategic Partnership and the Comprehensive Economic Partnership (CEPA) between the two countries. 

In addition, discussions will cover a range of regional and international issues of mutual concern, Wam added.