India–South Korea engagement

What happened:

 On April 20, President Droupadi Murmu received Lee Jae-myung at Rashtrapati Bhavan and hosted a banquet in his honour during his state visit to India.

Why it matters:

 The meeting reinforced India–South Korea ties across trade, technology, and innovation, with both sides highlighting expanded parliamentary engagement, CEPA negotiations, and cooperation in sectors such as semiconductors, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing.