South Korea's Lee begins China state visit after North fires missiles
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Key Points:
- South Korean President Lee Jae Myung began a state visit to China aimed at promoting peace on the Korean Peninsula, coinciding with North Korea's ballistic missile launches.
- This is Lee's first visit to China since taking office in June, with a scheduled meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, marking their second meeting within two months.
- Analysts suggest the close timing of meetings reflects China's interest in enhancing economic collaboration and tourism amid deteriorating relations with Japan.
- North Korea's missile launches are interpreted as a warning to China against closer ties with South Korea and to challenge China's denuclearization stance.
- Lee's delegation includes over 200 South Korean business leaders from major companies like Samsung, SK Group, and Hyundai, highlighting the economic
