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

Canadian orchestra and S. Korean pianist collaborate to display friendship and partnership

SEOUL, June 02 (AJP) - The grandeur of the Seoul Arts Center came alive last Saturday night as Canada's National Arts Centre Orchestra and acclaimed South Korean pianist Son Yeol-eum delivered an evening of musical collaboration. The performance, part of the NAC Orchestra's first-ever tour to South Korea, marked a highlight in the yearlong celebration of diplomatic ties between the two countries. Under the baton of Music Director Alexander Shelley, the NAC Orchestra presen

June 2, 2025

Tajikistan celebrates Youth Day and UN-recognized World Football Day in Seoul

SEOUL, May 27 (AJP) - The Embassy of Tajikistan in Seoul hosted a football tournament in central Seoul last Friday to mark Tajikistan Youth Day and World Football Day, bringing together students, local residents, and embassy staff for the friendly competition. Tajikistan's Ambassador to Seoul Salohiddin Kirom congratulated participants and highlighted Tajikistan's strong focus on youth programs. He stressed the leadership of President Emomali Rahmon in helping young people g

May 27, 2025

India urges stronger global cooperation on terrorism during Seoul visit

SEOUL, May 27 (AJP) - A group of Indian lawmakers and former diplomats held a press conference in Seoul on Monday to deliver a clear message -- terrorism, especially cross-border attacks, must not be tolerated. Speaking to Korean officials, researchers, and journalists, the delegation emphasized that India’s approach is now defined by what they called a policy of “zero tolerance.” The delegation’s visit comes in the wake of the Apr. 22 terrorist attack in P

May 27, 2025

Turkish House reopens in Seoul as symbol of friendship with Türkiye

SEOUL, May 23 (AJP) - After years of quiet during the pandemic, the Turkish House in Seoul’s Yeouido, the center of finance and politics, reopened on May 21, renewing its role as a space for cultural exchange between South Korea and Türkiye. The two-story building, nestled inside Ankara Park, has stood since 1995 as a small but visible reminder of the ties between the two countries. That bond dates back to the Korean War, when Türkiye was one of the first nations to

May 23, 2025

India and South Korea come together to mark 11th International Day of Yoga

SEOUL, May 23 (AJP) - In Seoul on May 22, the Embassy of India and the Korea Yoga Association hosted a joint press conference to announce plans for this year’s 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY 2025), which also marks a decade since the first global celebration of the event in 2015. The main celebration will take place at Gwanghwamun Square, one of South Korea’s most iconic public spaces. About 1,000 participants are expected to gather under this year’s slogan,

May 23, 2025

British Embassy in Seoul celebrates King Charles III's birthday

SEOUL, May 23 (AJP) - The British Embassy in Seoul hosted a special reception on Thursday evening to celebrate the birthday of King Charles III, marking Britain’s most significant diplomatic event of the year. The King’s Birthday celebration, organized annually by British embassies and high commissions worldwide, was held with the support of numerous British and South Korean companies and organizations, including Dulwich College. This year’s event was th

May 23, 2025

INTERVIEW: Georgian envoy hails South Korea trade deal as milestone for deeper ties

SEOUL, May 23 (AJP) - Georgian Ambassador to South Korea Tarash Papaskua sees the new Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) between Georgia and South Korea as a turning point in bilateral relations. In an interview with Aju Press on May 19, he described the agreement as a "new generation agreement" and praised the speed and spirit of cooperation behind its conclusion. "The negotiations on this agreement were concluded in just seven months, from start to finish,"

May 23, 2025

New Zealand Embassy in Seoul and EAAFP celebrate World Migratory Bird Day

SEOUL, May 22 (AJP) - A small seabird that flies thousands of kilometers each year received the spotlight in Seoul this week, as the New Zealand Embassy in the Republic of Korea hosted a reception on Tuesday to mark World Migratory Bird Day. The event, jointly organized by the embassy and the East-Australasian Flyway Partnership (EAAFP) was held at the ambassador’s residence bringing together diplomats, scientists, and civil society to highlight the shared responsibility of

May 22, 2025

Kazakhstan promotes business opportunities at investment blitz in Seoul

SEOUL, May 21 (AJP) - An investment blitz promoting business opportunities in Kazakhstan was held in central Seoul on Wednesday. Hosted by the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC), the event brought together diplomats, business experts, and representatives from around 50 companies here seeking to strengthen bilateral ties with the Central Asian country. Through panel discussions and presentations, the event highlighted how the AIFC helps and supports them in making inroad

May 21, 2025