Seoul: On the margins of the 2026 KOAFEC Ministerial Conference, the Honourable Minister of Finance and Development Planning of the Kingdom of Lesotho, Dr. Retšelisitsoe Matlanyane, held a bilateral meeting with the Deputy Minister of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Korea, Dr. Jisung Moon. The meeting centered on enhancing economic cooperation, focusing on sectors such as artificial intelligence, digitalization, healthcare, education, agriculture, climate change, critical minerals, and infrastructure development.

According to African Press Organization, the Republic of Korea encouraged Lesotho to leverage the Knowledge Sharing Program (KSP) to tap into Korean expertise. This initiative aims to help Lesotho develop viable projects and prepare for potential financing through the Economic Development Cooperation Fund (EDCF).

The discussions also reaffirmed the commitment of both countries to strengthen their bilateral ties, celebrating their longstanding relationship as they look forward to commemorating 60 years of diplomatic relations in 2026.