Seoul: President Lee Jae Myung met with leaders of the ruling Democratic Party (DP) and the main opposition People Power Party (PPP) on Sunday to discuss pending state affairs. The luncheon meeting was held at the presidential residence and included Kim Byung-kee, acting leader and floor leader of the DP; Kim Yong-tae, the PPP's interim leader; and PPP floor leader Song Eon-seog.

According to Yonhap News Agency, Lee shared the results of his recent attendance at the Group of Seven summit in Canada and discussed overall state affairs without a fixed agenda. Although details of the conversations were not immediately disclosed, it was expected that they would address differences over the government's latest extra budget proposal and the confirmation of Prime Minister nominee Kim Min-seok.

The meeting took place just 18 days after Lee's inauguration, marking an early first meeting between the president and the opposition leader compared with past administrations. Lee's office stated that the meeting demonstrated his commitment to having frank discussions with the opposition party. The outcome of the meeting is likely to serve as an indicator of future cooperation between the rival parties.