Marking exactly one year since the adoption of pragmatic diplomacy under the leadership of Lee, the milestone highlights a focused foreign policy approach. The strategy over the past year has prioritized navigating complex international dynamics through practical, results-oriented engagements.

The primary diplomatic objectives managed over this one-year period include:

• Managing Relations with Trump: A core component of the diplomatic agenda has involved carefully managing the complexities and strategic interactions associated with Trump, ensuring pragmatic approaches are consistently applied.

• Improving Ties with China: Improving and stabilizing bilateral relations with China has served as a major focus, working to strengthen ties and practical cooperation.

• Enhancing Relations with Japan: Simultaneously, improving diplomatic relations with Japan has been a key priority, aiming to foster better communication and stronger regional partnerships.

This one-year mark reflects a concerted effort to maintain a pragmatic diplomatic stance, effectively balancing the distinct challenges of managing Trump while actively pursuing the improvement of critical alliances with both China and Japan.