[On-point] Vietnam's Communist Party chief visits South Korea for first time in over a decade

As we just heard, the general secretary of Vietnam's Communist Party, the country's most powerful official is in Seoul for a four-day trip, as South Korea looks to strengthen ties with the fourth-largest economy in Southeast Asia.

For more on the significance of this visit, we're joined by Cho Won-deuk, Assistant Professor at the Department of Indo-Pacific Studies, at Korea National Diplomatic Academy.

Professor Cho, thanks for joining us this morning.

So, this is the first state visit by a Vietnamese leader to South Korea in 11 years. What might be discussed at the summit?

He is the first foreign leader to make a state visit to South Korea since President Lee took office in early June. Could you tell us more about the significance of this visit?

There are major diplomatic events coming up this month,.. and of course, eyes are now on President Lee's summit with U.S. President Donald Trump, which could take place on the 25th of this month. Lee said he'll focus on 'pragmatic diplomacy' --will we be able to see that approach in action?

There are reports that President Lee may meet Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba in Tokyo, before heading to Washington to meet Trump. What might be on the agenda if they do meet?

Alright Professor Cho, thank you so much for your insight today. We appreciate it.