French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte visited the Republic of Korea on April 2-3, 2026, as part of a state visit commemorating 140 years of diplomatic relations with South Korea. On Friday, 3 April, Macron was received by Korean President Lee Jae Myung at the Blue House for an official welcome ceremony. The leaders discussed the strategic partnership between the two countries and issued a joint statement before addressing the press. A state dinner followed at the Blue House. In the afternoon, Macron met students at Yonsei University and spoke at the Franco‑Korean Economic Forum hosted by the Federation of Korean Industries, highlighting France’s attractiveness for investment in innovative sectors. The visit concluded with the inauguration of the Pompidou‑Hanwha Centre in Seoul and a dinner with K‑pop and film personalities.
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