President Lee Jae-myung and former President Moon Jae-in held their first solo meeting since Lee's inauguration at the Blue House Green Garden [1, 2].

The meeting comes as the Democratic Party faces rising factional conflicts. Both leaders aim to use internal party unity as a necessary foundation to achieve broader national integration [1, 2].

During the encounter at the Green Garden, the two leaders spoke about the current state of the party and the challenges of governing. The discussion focused on the need for the Democratic Party to resolve internal disputes to effectively lead the country [1, 2].

Moon Jae-in asked about the current president's well-being, noting that Lee appeared to be working hard [1]. Lee said his health is fine [1].

Beyond personal wellness, the conversation shifted toward the political climate. Moon said the goal is to move toward national integration [1]. The meeting serves as a public signal that the current administration and the previous leadership are aligned in their desire to stabilize the party's internal structure [1, 2].

This solo meeting is the first of its kind since Lee assumed office, marking a symbolic effort to bridge gaps between different wings of the party. By meeting in the traditional setting of the Blue House, the leaders underscored the continuity of their political objectives despite the transition in power [1, 2].

“The leaders met at the Blue House to emphasize unity within the Democratic Party.”

This meeting is a strategic attempt to quell factionalism within the Democratic Party. By appearing together, Lee and Moon are attempting to consolidate their base and prevent internal divisions from undermining the administration's legislative agenda or public standing.