President Lee Jae Myung returned to South Korea after a France state visit that included a summit with President Emmanuel Macron, cooperation discussions on defense and nuclear energy, and a €500 million video-industry investment agreement. During the trip, Lee defended frequent overseas visits as early shuttle diplomacy intended to extend investment, economic and security benefits during his constitutionally limited term. He also faces domestic nominee controversies and a pending decision on dispatching forces to the Hormuz Strait.