• Lee Jae-myung and Trump agree to expedite tariff negotiations.
• Call included discussions on personal experiences with assassination attempts.
• Lee emphasizes the US-South Korea alliance as key to foreign policy.
• First in-person meeting may occur at upcoming G7 summit in Canada.
• Lee's victory raises concerns among Trump's allies about his stance on China.

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung and US President Donald Trump agreed to work towards a swift tariff deal during their first phone conversation since Lee's election this week, according to his office. The two leaders discussed the need for a "mutually satisfactory agreement" on tariff negotiations during the 20-minute call, highlighting the importance of tangible results in upcoming working-level discussions, reports Reuters, Channel News Asia, and South China Morning Post.

During the call, Trump congratulated Lee on his election victory and expressed intentions to invite him to the US for a meeting aimed at strengthening ties. The two are considering the G7 summit in Canada as the first opportunity to meet, which is set for mid-June, according to multiple sources, including Anadolu Agency and Channel News Asia.

Lee's office reported that the discussion also covered personal experiences of both leaders with assassination attempts, which adds a layer of human connection to their diplomatic dialogue. Lee survived a stabbing attack last year, while Trump faced a shooting attempt, shedding light on the challenges they both navigate in their respective political landscapes, according to sources such as South China Morning Post and Channel News Asia.

The economic future of South Korea heavily relies on the outcome of negotiations with the US, particularly in pivotal sectors like technology and automotive industries. Trump's previously imposed tariffs have generated concerns, especially from his allies regarding Lee's more conciliatory approach towards China, a differing stance that could create complications, according to Anadolu Agency, South China Morning Post, and Reuters.