Seminar & Forum SG LEE delivered remark at the 2025 International Forum on Regional Cooperation and Development of China, Japan, and the ROK
2025-09-19
On 19 September 2025, the Trilateral Cooperation Secretariat (TCS) delegation led by Secretary-General LEE Hee-sup attended the 2025 International Forum on Regional Cooperation and Development of China, Japan, and the ROK in Beijing, China. Co-organized by Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU) and China Daily, the Forum brought together more than 200 academic representatives from the three countries.
In his remarks at the opening ceremony, SG LEE emphasized the critical need for the three countries to strengthen supply chain resilience and advance free trade agreements. Stressing that cooperation is more vital than ever amidst global uncertainties, he outlined a shared vision to lead in AI, clean energy, and bio-technology, positioning the region as a powerful alternative in global innovation. The Forum serves as a key platform to turn common challenges into opportunities for shared prosperity.
During the official meeting with Vice President Zhao Gang and Professor NIU Huayong of BFSU, both sides expressed strong willingness to enhance cooperation in areas such as economic trade and youth exchanges.

▲SG LEE delivering his remark

▲Official meeting with BFSU
Documents
- Joint Media Statement of the 13th Trilateral Economic and Trade Ministers’ Meeting
- 2019 Trilateral Statistics
- Joint Media Statement of the 12th Trilateral Economic and Trade Ministers Meeting
- Joint Statement of The 11th Trilateral Economic and Trade Ministers's Meeting
- Joint Statement on Economy and Trade Cooperation
- Joint Press Release of the 9th Trilateral Economic and Trade Ministers Meeting
- Joint Statement of the 8th Trilateral Economic and Trade Ministers Meeting
- Joint Press Release of The 7th Economic and Trade Ministers' Meeting