Lee Jae-myung

On 4th June 2025, Indian Prime Minister congratulated Lee Jae-myung on becoming President of South Korea, reaffirming India's commitment to deepening the India–ROK Special Strategic Partnership.

Lee Jae-myung was declared President of the Republic of Korea after winning a snap election triggered by the impeachment of former President Yoon Suk Yeol.
Lee, a centre-left candidate, secured 49.4% of the vote, defeating conservative opponent Kim Moon-soo, who garnered 41.2%.
The conservative vote was weakened due to internal party disputes and a third-party candidate splitting the right-wing electorate.
PM referred to the India–ROK ties as a “Special Strategic Partnership,” emphasizing their diplomatic and economic significance.