S. Korea, Saudi eye cooperation in hydrogen energy

South Korea and Saudi Arabia vowed to expand ties in the hydrogen energy sector as it aims to seek sustainable development through 2030.

In a virtual meeting, South Korea's Industry Minister Moon Sung-wook opened up about expanding ties in the hydrogen sector to his Saudi counterpart, Khalid Al-Falih.

South Korea opted for hydrogen and other renewable energy as it breaks away from traditional sources of power In its hydrogen economy drive.

South Korea seeks to be carbon neutral by 2050.

The two ministers also discussed other ways to fortify bilateral ties under the Korea-Saudi Vision 2030 Committee platform, which was launched in 2017.

They agreed to promote digital trade and expand ties in the bio-health sector to cope with the pandemic.