S. Korean PM meets Vance to discuss bilateral relations in Washington | Yonhap News Agency

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OK By Song Sang-ho WASHINGTON, March 12 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's Prime Minister Kim Min-seok held a meeting with U.S. Vice President JD Vance in Washington on Thursday to exchange views on overall bilateral relations, Seoul's embassy in the U.S. capital said. Their meeting came after South Korea's National Assembly passed a special bill on Seoul's commitment to investing US$350 billion in the United States under a bilateral trade deal, paving the way for the Asian country's implementation of the investment pledge. Vice President JD Vance pose for a photo as they meet for talks at the White House in Washington on Jan. 23, 2026, in this photo released by the prime minister's office. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap) sshluck@yna.co.kr (END) Keywords #PM Vance Articles with issue keywords Most Liked U.S. transport aircraft spotted departing Osan Air Base amid Patriot relocation speculation (News Focus) Topping 10 mln, 'The King's Warden' offers rare boost to Korean cinema (News Focus) USFK's relocation of military assets to Middle East raises concerns about Seoul's capability to deter N.K. threats (News Focus) How 'The King's Warden' captured 10 mln Korean viewers BTS expands Gwanghwamun concert capacity to 22,000 with added standing zones Most Saved (News Focus) How 'The King's Warden' captured 10 mln Korean viewers (News Focus) Topping 10 mln, 'The King's Warden' offers rare boost to Korean cinema U.S. transport aircraft spotted departing Osan Air Base amid Patriot relocation speculation (LEAD) S.

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By Song Sang-ho
WASHINGTON, March 12 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's Prime Minister Kim Min-seok held a meeting with U.S. Vice President JD Vance in Washington on Thursday to exchange views on overall bilateral relations, Seoul's embassy in the U.S. capital said.
Their meeting came after South Korea's National Assembly passed a special bill on Seoul's commitment to investing US$350 billion in the United States under a bilateral trade deal, paving the way for the Asian country's implementation of the investment pledge.
The two sides were expected to discuss the passage of the bill and other bilateral issues, including joint efforts to resume diplomacy with North Korea.
Kim and Vance last met in Washington on Jan. 23.
South Korean Prime Minister Kim Min-seok (L) and U.S. Vice President JD Vance pose for a photo as they meet for talks at the White House in Washington on Jan. 23, 2026, in this photo released by the prime minister's office. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)
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### Areas for Consideration
- Vice President JD Vance pose for a photo as they meet for talks at the White House in Washington on Jan. 23, 2026, in this photo released by the prime minister's office. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap) sshluck@yna.co.kr (END) Keywords #PM Vance Articles with issue keywords Most Liked U.S. transport aircraft spotted departing Osan Air Base amid Patriot relocation speculation (News Focus) Topping 10 mln, 'The King's Warden' offers rare boost to Korean cinema (News Focus) USFK's relocation of military assets to Middle East raises concerns about Seoul's capability to deter N.K. threats (News Focus) How 'The King's Warden' captured 10 mln Korean viewers BTS expands Gwanghwamun concert capacity to 22,000 with added standing zones Most Saved (News Focus) How 'The King's Warden' captured 10 mln Korean viewers (News Focus) Topping 10 mln, 'The King's Warden' offers rare boost to Korean cinema U.S. transport aircraft spotted departing Osan Air Base amid Patriot relocation speculation (LEAD) S.

### Implications
- Vice President JD Vance pose for a photo as they meet for talks at the White House in Washington on Jan. 23, 2026, in this photo released by the prime minister's office. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap) sshluck@yna.co.kr (END) Keywords #PM Vance Articles with issue keywords Most Liked U.S. transport aircraft spotted departing Osan Air Base amid Patriot relocation speculation (News Focus) Topping 10 mln, 'The King's Warden' offers rare boost to Korean cinema (News Focus) USFK's relocation of military assets to Middle East raises concerns about Seoul's capability to deter N.K. threats (News Focus) How 'The King's Warden' captured 10 mln Korean viewers BTS expands Gwanghwamun concert capacity to 22,000 with added standing zones Most Saved (News Focus) How 'The King's Warden' captured 10 mln Korean viewers (News Focus) Topping 10 mln, 'The King's Warden' offers rare boost to Korean cinema U.S. transport aircraft spotted departing Osan Air Base amid Patriot relocation speculation (LEAD) S.

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This article covers korea, korean, washington topics. Areas of concern are also raised. Readability: Flesch-Kincaid grade 0.0. Word count: 446.