On 15 April, Ambassador Lee Sang-hwa was warmly received by Ateneo de Manila University where he graced the inauguration of the newly-renovated Window on Korea at the Rizal Library, followed by his special lecture which comprised four touch points.
In his presentation, he opened with an acknowledgment of the longstanding friendship between the Republic of Korea and the Philippines, noting 2024 as the significant milestone year marking their 75th anniversary. He also elaborated on the current areas of cooperation between the two nations and discussed the security challenges prevalent in the Indo-Pacific region. Concluding his talk, he emphasized the pivotal role of the youth in reinforcing the enduring bond between both countries.