South Korean First Lady Meets Britain's Princess Anne in Seoul

First lady Kim Hea Kyung met Britain's Princess Anne on July 15 at the Seoul office of Save the Children. Princess Anne is on a three-day visit to South Korea that began July 13. Kim thanked Princess Anne and her husband for contributions to children's well-being, vice presidential spokesperson Ahn Gwi-ryeong said in a written briefing.

She expressed hope that the meeting would strengthen bilateral cooperation on the protection of children and promote children's rights while addressing the climate crisis, Yonhap reported. Princess Anne highlighted South Korea's transformation from a recipient of international assistance to a donor country.

She expressed hope that Seoul would play an important role in international development and the promotion of children's rights, according to Yonhap.

Princess Anne serves as the royal patron of Save the Children's British office. A photo of the meeting was provided by Cheong Wa Dae.