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Seminar & ForumEurasia Future Forum: the strategies and prospects for the development of the multinational framework in AsiaFrom July 18-19, 2024, TCS Secretary-General LEE Hee-sup attended the Eurasia Future Forum in Tokyo, Japan. The event, organized by the Global Asian Institute of Research Alliance Foundation (GAIA), the International Academic Society for Asian Community (ISAC), and the Belt & Road Initiative Japan Research Center (BRIJC), provided an opportunity for Secretary-General LEE to deliver congratulatory remarks.In his remarks, he introduced the role of TCS, key outcomes and significance of the 9th Trilateral Summit. To advance substantive cooperation among the three countries, he highlighted the importance of meticulous examination and analysis on the present reality. He also emphasized that while embracing our differences, we must pursue coexistence and harmony, continuously expanding the base of future cooperation through mutual respect and benefits.Two-day forum explored the advancement of collaborative security among nations in East Asia, particularly in areas like food, energy, environment, trade, and investment. Discussions delved into various topic such as the potential of an Asia super-grid energy system among East Asian nations and the socio-economic influences behind the Trilateral Free Trade Agreement (FTA) involving China, Japan and the ROK. Former Prime Minister of Japan, Mr. HATOYAMA Yukio and former TCS Secretary-General, Mr. IWATANI Shigeo were also present at this forum. ▲TCS Secretary-General LEE Hee-sup is delivering congratulatory remarks▲TCS Secretary-General LEE Hee-sup and former Prime Minister of Japan Mr. HATOYAMA Yukio▲Group Photo2024.07.18 ~ 2024.07.19
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OthersTCS Secretary-General Paid a Courtesy Visit to Mr. TSUGE Yoshifumi State Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of JapanOn July 19, 2024, TCS Secretary-General LEE Hee-sup paid a courtesy visit to Mr. TSUGE Yoshifumi, State Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.State Minister Mr. TSUGE thanked TCS on behalf of the Japanese government for its dedicated efforts and activities in advancing trilateral cooperation, and expressed his gratitude to TCS for its preparation and support for the successful holding of the 9th Trilateral Summit, especially under difficult circumstances. He expressed his hope that the three countries will continue to work well together, as the Summit has gained important momentum in revitalizing trilateral cooperation, and said that the Japanese government will continue to fulfill its duties as the Chair of the Trilateral Summit.Secretary-General LEE paid a courtesy visit as TCS to the Japanese government, which will chair the next Trilateral Summit, and conveyed appreciation to State Minister TSUGE for taking time out of his busy schedule to meet with him. In addition, TCS expressed its deep gratitude to the Japanese government for its unwavering support, especially for the successful holding of the 9th Trilateral Summit, and for its active support and assistance in strengthening TCS's capabilities. TCS will continue to actively assist the governments of the three countries, especially the Japanese government, which is the chair of the next summit, to ensure that the agreements reached at the summit are faithfully implemented.▲TCS Secretary-General LEE Hee-sup and Mr. TSUGE Yoshifumi, State Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan)▲Meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan)2024.07.19
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OthersTCS Secretary-General LEE Hee-sup Paid a Courtesy Visit to the Japan-Korea Cultural FoundationOn July 18th, TCS Secretary-General LEE Hee-sup paid a courtesy visit to Mr. KATORI Yoshinori, President of the Japan-Korea Cultural Foundation.During the meeting, Secretary-General LEE introduced the current status of trilateral cooperation and the role of TCS, and explained the major achievements and significance of the 9th Trilateral Summit. In particular, he noted that the Joint Declaration of the Summit designated 2025-2026 as the “Year of Cultural Exchange between China, Japan, and the ROK” , enriching cultural and human exchange among the three countries, and called on the Japan-Korea Cultural Exchange Fund to strengthen its role in contributing to cultural exchanges among the three countries.Mr. KATORI warmly welcomed Secretary-General LEE and while appreciating TCS's role in the cooperation and joint development of the three countries, he said that he was also thinking of cultural events to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and the ROK next year, and that he would make efforts to promote the cultural exchange between Japan and the ROK so that it also contributes to the promotion of cultural exchanges among the three countries .▲TCS Secretary-General LEE Hee-sup and Mr. KATORI Yoshinori, President of the Japan-Korea Cultural Foundation2024.07.18
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OthersTCS Secretary-General LEE Hee-sup Paid a Courtesy Visit to the Asahi ShimbunOn July 18, 2024, TCS Secretary-General LEE Hee-sup paid a courtesy visit to Mr. TSUNODA Katsu, newly inaugurated as President and CEO of Asahi Shimbun. Secretary-General LEE extended congratulations on Mr. TSUNODA's appointment as President and CEO of Asahi Shimbun and expressed his deep appreciation for Asahi Shimbun's unwavering support for trilateral cooperation and TCS, especially for its active cooperation since the establishment of TCS, including participation in the International Forum for Trilateral Cooperation (IFTC) as TCS's media partner in Japan. Secretary-General Lee also thanked Asahi Shimbun for its various efforts to publicize TCS and trilateral cooperation, including participation in the Trilateral Journalist Exchange Program (TJEP), and expressed his hope for continued close cooperation in the future.President TSUNODA conveyed appreciation for the visit and for congratulating him on his appointment as president and CEO, said that the Secretary-General's visit gave him a deeper understanding of TCS and trilateral cooperation, and pledged to continue to put efforts to further strengthen the partnership between TCS and Asahi Shimbun.▲TCS Secretary-General LEE Hee-sup and Mr. TSUNODA Katsu, President and Chief Executive Officer of Asahi Shimbun2024.07.18
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