South Korean Foreign Minister Jo Hyun to Attend G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in the U.S.

by LEE KEONHEE Posted : October 26, 2026, 15:08Updated : October 26, 2026, 15:08

South Korean Foreign Minister Jo Hyun will depart for the United States on the 29th. He plans to discuss cooperation on international issues at the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting ahead of the G20 Summit scheduled for December.


A Foreign Ministry official stated on the 26th in Seoul's Jongno district that "Minister Jo will visit Atlanta, Georgia, until the 2nd of next month." He added, "During this meeting, participating countries will exchange views on major challenges facing the international community, including geopolitical issues and energy supply chains."


The official emphasized, "We will discuss cooperation measures at the G20 level, and our government will work closely with member countries to ensure continuity in discussions on global issues as South Korea will host the G20 in 2028."


Additionally, the official noted that Minister Jo plans to hold separate bilateral meetings with foreign ministers from key countries to discuss practical cooperation and regional situations. However, the specific schedule and counterpart countries for these meetings are still being coordinated.


The G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting will take place in Atlanta from the 30th for two days. The G20 Summit is set to be held in Miami, Florida, from December 14 to 15.





* This article has been translated by AI.