Seoul: U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his commitment to playing a role in advancing Korean Peninsula issues while speaking with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung at the Group of Seven (G7) summit, a senior presidential official said Wednesday. Trump made such a pledge while exchanging remarks with Lee, who sat next to him during an official G7 dinner the previous day, according to Oh Hyun-joo, third deputy national security adviser.

According to Yonhap News Agency, President Trump expressed a strong will to play a necessary role in addressing matters concerning the Korean Peninsula. Oh conveyed these remarks during a press briefing, highlighting the dialogue between the two leaders as a significant moment in the summit. This development comes amid ongoing discussions on the Korean Peninsula's future, with key international players seeking to address various geopolitical challenges in the region.

Both leaders, during their brief exchange at the summit, emphasized the importance of collaboration in addressing these issues. The official added that the conversation between Trump and Lee reflects a shared commitment to seeking solutions and fostering stability in the Korean Peninsula. As the international community closely watches the developments, the engagement of the U.S. President is seen as potentially pivotal in guiding future diplomatic efforts.