President Lee Jae-myung Makes Surprise Visit to 'Korea Street' in Santiago, Chile
President Lee Jae-myung, currently on an official visit to Chile, made a surprise visit to 'Korea Street' located in Santiago on the 30th (local time). First Lady Kim Hye-kyung also accompanied him on this visit.
President Lee and the First Lady walked along 'Korea Street' and took the time to interact directly with local citizens. The street is a popular destination for many locals, as it is home to various shops where visitors can experience Korean culture.
In particular, this visit allowed them to witness firsthand the immense popularity of 'K-beauty' currently sweeping through Chile. Local citizens using Korean cosmetics welcomed the presidential couple and demonstrated a high level of interest in Korean culture.
This schedule served as an opportunity to confirm the cultural exchange between South Korea and Chile and to experience the influence of the Korean Wave, which is spreading even further across the South American region.