Chinese ambassador urges Korea to reject protectionism, stresses value of China ties

SEOUL, June 25 (AJP) - Chinese Ambassador to South Korea Dai Bing on Wednesday warned that the world is facing a period of historic upheaval and urged South Korea to stand firm against rising protectionism by maintaining close economic ties with China. Dai made the remarks during the Korea Economic Design Forum (KEDF), held at the CCMM Building in Seoul's Yeouido district. The event marked the seventh anniversary of Economic Daily and was co-sponsored by Aju News Corporation,

June 25, 2025

INTERVIEW: How Kazakhstan's Korean Cultural Center fosters bilateral relations

SEOUL, June 24 (AJP) - In the central Eurasian steppe, there is a place that has been at the forefront of promoting Korean culture and heritage for over 15 years. Located in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan, the Korean Cultural Center (KCC) there has played a pivotal role in introducing Korean culture across Central Asia since 2010. As the region's first and only such center, it has provided locals with a wide range of programs that raise awareness of the northeastern Asian cou

June 24, 2025

Yoga enthusiasts in Seoul gather to celebrate international day

SEOUL, June 21 (AJP) - An event celebrating the International Day of Yoga was held at Gwanghwamun Square in central Seoul on Saturday, bringing together hundreds of participants from both the Korean and Indian communities. Co-hosted by the Korean Yoga Association and the Embassy of India in Seoul, the event featured a series of yoga sessions, performances, and speeches aimed at deepening public understanding of yoga. Attendees included yoga practitioners, instructors, embassy offici

June 21, 2025

Iranian Embassy in Seoul condemns Israeli airstrikes, calls for international accountability

SEOUL, June 18 (AJP) - Through a statement released Wednesday, the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the Republic of Korea has condemned Israel’s recent airstrikes on Iranian territory and urged the international community to uphold international law and prevent further escalation. In the statement released on Jun. 18, Iranian Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Saeed Koozechi described the Jun. 13 attacks as a large-scale, coordinated assault involving air, missile

June 18, 2025

Peru and S. Korea mark International Potato Day in Pyeongchang

SEOUL, June 16 (AJP) - The Peruvian Embassy in Seoul and the Highland Agriculture Research Institute (HARI), operated by the Rural Development Administration, joined hands to celebrate the first International Potato Day on May 30 at HARI's headquarters in Pyeongchang, Gangwon Province. The Peruvian Embassy said in a statement on Jun. 13 that the event, marking a United Nations-recognized day established in 2023, brought together diplomats, scientists, and researchers from both

June 16, 2025

INTERVIEW: Taman Safari Indonesia introduces attractive tours for Korean tourists as bilateral tourism flourishes

SEOUL, June 7 (AJP) - At the bustling Seoul International Travel Fair (SITF) this week, a booth showcasing lush jungles, exotic wildlife, and vibrant imagery stood out. At the center of this was Alexander Zulkarnain, Chief Marketing Officer of Taman Safari Indonesia, eager to introduce South Korean visitors to Indonesia's hidden travel gems. "Indonesia and South Korea have enjoyed strong diplomatic ties for 52 years," Zulkarnain said in an interview with AJP.

June 7, 2025

UN-backed first glaciers preservation forum held in Dushanbe

SEOUL, June 5 (AJP) - A three-day international conference on glacier preservation concluded in Tajikistan’s capital on Saturday, drawing over 2,600 participants from 90 countries. The first high-level international conference on glacier preservation, held from Thursday to Saturday last week, brought together government officials, UN representatives, scientists, and civil society leaders to share strategies for protecting glaciers and water resources. The conferen

June 5, 2025

Kazakhstan hosts event in Seoul to boost bilateral tourism

SEOUL, June 5 (AJP) - An event promoting tourism to Kazakhstan was held at a hotel in central Seoul on Wednesday. Hosted by the state-run Kazakh Tourism National Company, the event brought together around 150 participants from the travel and aviation sectors including major tour agencies and airlines here. Kazakh officials from the Almaty Tourism Board, Air Astana, SCAT Airlines, and other leading resort and travel agencies also attended. Kazakhstan's Ambassador to Seoul

June 5, 2025

Event promotes tourism to Georgia amid growing interest among South Korean travelers

SEOUL, June 5 (AJP) - An event promoting tours to Georgia was held at a hotel in central Seoul on Wednesday, bringing together tourism officials, representatives from travel agencies and other participants. Riding the wave of increasing number of visitors to the South Caucasus country in Eastern Europe, the event, hosted by the Georgian Embassy in Seoul, offered them an opportunity to learn about the country's historic and cultural heritage, tourist attractions, and authentic cu

June 5, 2025

Italian National Day celebrated in Seoul with focus on cultural and people-to-people ties

SEOUL, June 04 (AJP) - The Embassy of Italy in Seoul hosted a National Day reception on Jun. 2 at the Italian Ambassador’s Residence in Hannam-dong, bringing together around 1,500 guests, including diplomats, government officials, celebrities, and members of the public and private sectors. The event celebrated the 79th anniversary of the Italian Republic, which was established through a nationwide referendum in 1946. This year’s gathering followed the 140th anniversary

June 4, 2025