Diplomats
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Canadian Embassy hosts media-gathering event in Seoul
SEOUL, February 28 (AJP) - The Embassy of Canada in Seoul hosted a special event at its official residence on Thursday, inviting journalists to strengthen media ties and discuss future collaboration. The event opened with a performance by the Vancouver Youth Choir, whose energetic renditions of songs from the "Lion King" soundtrack as well as the South Korean folk song "The Maiden Picking Herbs" captivated the attendees and guests. "Your inte
February 28, 2025 -
INTERVIEW: Quebec envoy seeks to deepen ties with South Korea through cultural collaboration
SEOUL, February 28 (AJP) - As South Korea continues to expand its economic and cultural exchanges with Quebec, the French-speaking province in eastern Canada is also establishing a more independent presence here across various fields. Separate from the Canadian Embassy, it seeks to establish direct relations with Seoul to strengthen its presence and foster deeper collaboration. In an interview with AJP earlier this week, Damien Pereira, the chief representative of the Quebec governm
February 28, 2025 -
INTERVIEW: Ambassador highlights Luxembourg as entry point to Europe for S. Korean businessmen
SEOUL, February 27 (AJP) - Luxembourg and South Korea are strengthening their ties through shared democratic values, strategic economic cooperation, and growing cultural exchanges. At the Luxembourg Embassy in central Seoul on February 20, Ambassador Jacques Flies spoke about the evolving relationship between the two nations and his hopes for the future. "We are countries that believe in the same values—democracy, human rights, and the rule of law," Ambassador Flie
February 27, 2025 -
INTERVIEW: Kazakh envoy highlights growing collaboration opportunities in tech and commerce sectors
SEOUL, February 26 (AJP) - Kazakhstan and South Korea share a bond that goes beyond diplomacy, rooted in deep historical ties, cultural connections, and growing economic collaboration. In an exclusive interview with Nurgali Arystanov, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Korea, the envoy emphasized the importance of strengthening these ties while looking to the future of bilateral relations. The relationship between Kazakhstan and South Korea is unique, mark
February 26, 2025 -
Japanese Embassy hosts event in Seoul to celebrate emperor's birthday
SEOUL, February 20 (AJP) - The Japanese Embassy in Seoul hosted an event at a hotel in central Seoul to celebrate Emperor Naruhito's birthday on Wednesday, bringing together government officials, diplomats, and other distinguished guests. Japan's overseas missions elsewhere have also been holding similar annual celebrations in observance of the emperor's 64th birthday, which falls on Feb. 23. Emperor Naruhito ascended the throne in 2019. Japanese Ambassador Koichi Miz
February 20, 2025 -
INTERVIEW: Venezuelan envoy stresses now is time to shape next 60 years of relations with South Korea
SEOUL, February 18 (AJP) - As Venezuela and South Korea mark the 60th anniversary of their diplomatic ties this year, Venezuelan Chargé d'Affaires Isabel Di Carlo Quero emphasized the importance of reflecting on past achievements and defining a vision for the future of the bilateral relationship. Reflecting on the significance of the anniversary, Di Carlo Quero likened diplomatic relations to human relationships that require renewal and commitment. "This 60th anniver
February 18, 2025 -
South Korea, US reaffirm goal of North Korea denuclearization
SEOUL, February 15 (AJP) - South Korea and the United States on Saturday reaffirmed their shared goal of complete denuclearization of North Korea during their first foreign ministers' talks since Donald Trump's return to the presidency. South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met in Munich, Germany, on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference. During their 40-minute meeting, they reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening
February 15, 2025 -
Iran commemorates 46th anniversary of Islamic Revolution with diplomatic event in Seoul
SEOUL, February 11 (AJP) - The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in South Korea held a commemorative event Monday marking the 46th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution of Iran. The gathering took place at the Ambassador Seoul Pullman Hotel and was attended by approximately 200 guests, including foreign diplomats, entrepreneurs, scholars, media officials, and South Korean government representatives. The Islamic Revolution, which culminated in February 1979, led to the overth
February 11, 2025 -
New Zealand embassy in Seoul celebrates Waitangi Day
SEOUL, February 07 (AJP) - The New Zealand embassy in the Republic of Korea celebrated Waitangi Day, the country's national day, on Thursday at the ambassador's residence in Yongsan District. More than one hundred guests attended the event, including foreign diplomats, businesspeople, and professionals from various sectors. Waitangi Day, celebrated on February 6, commemorates the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840 between the British Crown and Māori chiefs, marking
February 7, 2025 -
INTERVIEW: Turkish envoy highlights robust ties with Seoul, seeks further cooperation
SEOUL, February 6 (AJP) - Trade between South Korea and Türkiye remained robust, even at the height of the global disruptions and challenges caused by the coronavirus pandemic, reflecting their strong bilateral relations. Currently, trade volume between the two countries stands at approximately US$11 billion, with Türkiye exporting goods worth US$886 million to South Korea and importing $5.65 billion. "Unlike the global decline in trade volume, exchanges between th
February 6, 2025
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Scrutiny intensifies on MBK Partners chief amid Homeplus crisis
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PHOTOS: Spring in Seoul
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China's Temu expands in South Korea with major logistics hub
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PHOTOS: Lotte World Adventure, Korea's premier theme park
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National debt of South Korea surpasses 6,000 trillion won for first time
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Indian embassy in Seoul hosts briefing on WAVES 2025 summit
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K-beauty on budget: Daiso's affordable finds for tourists, locals
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North Korea given exemption for medical supplies from WHO
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Korean pharma leader Celltrion's biosimilar push gains momentum
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Türkiye's STRATCOM Public Forum Seoul Calls for Global Justice and UN Reform