Japan and South Korea emphasize the broader strategic partnership with France, highlighting security, economic ties, and people-to-people exchanges as central to the visit.

France's president will begin the trip with an official working visit to Japan from late March into early April, followed by a visit to South Korea.

The report draws on Blue House statements and Reuters reporting, with standard editorial sourcing.

During the talks, leaders are expected to address regional and international issues beyond bilateral concerns.

South Korea notes Macron will be the first European leader to visit since the new administration began, and the first French president there in 11 years.

The Blue House says the meetings will include formal state activities and a broad discussion of topics.

Topics include trade, investment, artificial intelligence, quantum technology, space, nuclear energy, science and technology, education, culture, and people-to-people exchanges.

Leaders are set to sign memorandums of understanding to deepen cooperation across these sectors.

Efforts will focus on economic partnerships and collaboration in emerging technologies and critical fields like AI, quantum computing, space, and nuclear energy development.

As the G7 chair, Macron will discuss the U.S.-Israel war against Iran with Japan and Korea and reinforce France-Japan cooperation amid regional tensions.

Japan and Indonesia plan to discuss expanding security and economic ties in response to China’s assertive actions in the region.

AFP reported the announcement of the visit.