South Korean President Lee Jae Myung attended the second session of the G7 summit in Evian‑les‑Bains, France, on Wednesday [1].
His participation highlights South Korea's effort to influence global policy regarding the rapid rise of artificial intelligence and systemic financial instability. As a key technological hub, the nation seeks to ensure that international frameworks for AI and economics promote stability rather than division.
President Lee said there is a need for international harmony to address global economic imbalances [1]. The discussions in the French Alps centered on creating coordinated solutions to mitigate the risks associated with the emergence of artificial intelligence [1].
The summit session began on June 17, 2026 [1]. During the proceedings, the South Korean leader said that the complexities of the modern economy require a unified approach among the world's leading industrial powers.
Lee also had a brief encounter with U.S. President Donald Trump during the event [2]. This interaction occurred alongside the broader thematic discussions regarding the global economic landscape and the governance of emerging technologies [2].
The G7 gathering in Evian‑les‑Bains serves as a primary venue for these nations to synchronize their regulatory approaches to AI. By advocating for harmony, Lee aimed to position South Korea as a mediating force in the technological competition between major powers [1].
“President Lee focused on the need for international harmony to address global economic imbalances.”
South Korea's active role in the G7 sessions signals its ambition to move beyond a regional power and become a central architect of global AI governance. By focusing on 'harmony' and 'economic imbalances,' Lee is attempting to bridge the gap between aggressive technological competition and the need for a stable, multilateral regulatory environment.
