Brazilian artist merges AI and traditional art in Seoul exhibition

SEOUL, October 16 (AJP) - At the Brazilian Embassy in Seoul, Patricia Abbot Tuesday unveiled her exhibition "Beyond Recollection," featuring surreal oil paintings that blur the line between familiarity and abstract. The showcased works include depictions of birds, landscapes, and ambiguous forms that evoke a sense of recognition without clarity. Abbot, a 37-year-old Brazilian artist, draws inspiration from artificial intelligence, generating digital images through AI promp

October 16, 2024

Türkiye's iconic military band performs at Seoul's War Memorial

SEOUL, October 08 (AJP) - The Ottoman Mehter Band, the world’s oldest military marching band, performed at Korea’s National War Memorial in central Seoul on Tuesday. Diplomats, military attachés from various embassies, and a large audience attended the event. Türkiye’s Mehter Band, which dates back to the 13th century, is celebrated as a symbol of the Ottoman Empire, reflecting the unity of its people. The band is known for boosting soldiers' morale

October 8, 2024

Korean businessman rescued from kidnappers in Peru

SEOUL, September 26 (AJP) - A Korean businessman who was kidnapped in Peru has been safely rescued the following day, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Thursday. The man in his 60s, whose name was not disclosed, was kidnapped on Tuesday in Lima shortly after meeting with an acquaintance. His family immediately contacted police after an unknown man answered his cell phone when an employee from his company tried to reach him. Peruvian police said the kidnappers, who had de

September 26, 2024

Brazilian Embassy celebrates 65th anniversary of diplomatic ties with Korea

SEOUL, September 26 (AJP) - The Brazilian Embassy in Seoul held a reception Wednesday to celebrate 65 years of diplomatic relations with South Korea and Brazil's 202nd independence anniversary. During the event at a hotel in central Seoul, Brazilian Ambassador Marcia Donner Abreu expressed gratitude for the continued support that has strengthened Brazil-Korea relations. "Despite the geographical distance and having cultures and societies so strikingly different from each

September 26, 2024

Indian Embassy's annual festival next month to feature classical dance and cinema

SEOUL, September 13 (AJP) - An annual event promoting Indian culture to Korea is returning early next month, the Indian Ambassador to Korea said on Thursday. "Since its inception in 2015, the Sarang Festival has blossomed into a flagship cultural event of the embassy that introduces the rich and diverse heritage of India to our friends in Korea," Amit Kumar said. The festival's name, "Sarang," which means "love" in Korean, refers to "colorfu

September 13, 2024

Russian envoy stresses importance of understanding Russo-Korea history to shape better future

SEOUL, July 08 (AJU PRESS) - Russian Ambassador to the Republic of Korea, Georgy Zinoviev, highlighted the significance of understanding the history of Russo-Korean relations and how it influences the future during an event on Monday. Ambassador Zinoviev addressed the past, present, and future of the relationship between Russia and Korea during the opening ceremony of an exhibition designed to commemorate the bilateral Treaty of Friendship and Commerce signed between Russia and Jo

July 8, 2024

Korea to replace ambassador to China

SEOUL, July 8 (AJU PRESS) - Korea will replace its ambassador to China Chung Jae-ho, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Sunday. The ministry said that Chung will be stepping down from his post in China and he is expected to return to Korea next month. A seasoned diplomat well-versed in Chinese affairs is being mentioned as his successor, as an apparent move to mend ties with Beijing, as Jung has often made some hawkish comments toward Beijing. The announcement coincides w

July 8, 2024

Indian Embassy in Korea holds seminar on defense industry cooperation

SEOUL, July 5 (AJU PRESS) - The Embassy of India in Korea has hosted a seminar aimed at promoting defense industry cooperation between the two countries. The India-ROK (Republic of Korea) Defense Industry Cooperation Seminar took place in Seoul on Thursday, in collaboration with the Korea Defense Industry Association (KDIA), the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA), and the Agency for Defense Development (ADD) from Korea, alongside the Department of Defence Production (

July 5, 2024

KAI signs deal with Peruvian firm for joint production of FA-50 parts

SEOUL, July 04 (AJU PRESS) - Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Peru's state-run aviation maintenance company, SEMAN, for the joint production of FA-50 light attack aircraft parts, Korea's sole aircraft maker announced on Thursday. SEMAN, which operates under Peru's Ministry of Defense, is responsible for the maintenance and performance upgrades of aircraft. The agreement followed discussions on industrial cooperation measures

July 4, 2024

Luxembourg opens embassy in Seoul with Korean War exhibition

SEOUL, July 3 (AJU PRESS) - A special exhibition featuring Luxembourg's participation in the Korean War kicked off its three-month run in Yongsan, Seoul on Tuesday. Hosted by the War Memorial of Korea, the exhibition coincides with the opening of Luxembourg's diplomatic mission in Jongno, central Seoul and aims to further strengthen the bond between the two countries. Over 60 artifacts, including handwritten personal diaries and photo albums, are on display, offeri

July 3, 2024