Jang Sung Min, the Special Envoy of South Korean President YOON Suk Yeol arrived here today on a two-day official visit to explore ways to improve bilateral relations between Dhaka and Seoul. 

Min, who is currently serving as Senior Secretary for Future Strategy in the Office of the Korean President was received by Bangladesh foreign ministry's director general (East Asia & Pacific) Toufique Hasan at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. 

The presidential envoy's visit is to mark the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Bangladesh and Korea, said the South Koran mission in Dhaka. 
 
During his visit, Min is scheduled to pay a courtesy call on Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to discuss ways to strengthen economic ties, promote trade and investment, and explore new areas of cooperation, said the embassy. 
 
The presidential envoy will also meet foreign minister Dr AK Abdul Momen. 
 
Min, as one of President YOON's closest advisors, has been playing a key role in establishing Korea's diplomatic and economic policies in the new administration since its inauguration in May 2022, said the Korean embassy here. 
 
This visit is expected to serve as an opportunity for Korea and Bangladesh to strengthen their friendship and cooperation and to explore new opportunities for mutual benefit on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries, it added.