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  • N. Korean leader examines test-launch of surface-to-air missile system
    N. Korean leader examines test-launch of surface-to-air missile system SEOUL, March 21 (AJP) - North Korean leader Kim Jong-un inspected the test-fire of the country's newly developed surface-to-air missile system on Thursday, Pyongyang's state-controlled media reported Friday. According to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), Kim expressed gratitude toward researchers at North Korea's Missile Administration and praised the new anti-aircraft missile system. KCNA reported that the new system was evaluated to be "highly reliable," and its combat responsiveness is "superior." KCNA released photographs showing Kim sitting inside an observation room in a control tower, expressing satisfaction with the results of the missile test-launch. Other images showed missiles exploding mid-air after striking aerial targets. The state media did not disclose the location of the launch site, but South Korea's military said that North Korea launched several surface-to-air missiles toward aerial targets over the West Sea, also known as the Yellow Sea, from an area near Nampo City, about 40 kilometers (24.8 miles) southwest of Pyongyang on Thursday. The missiles were fired just before the conclusion of the South Korea–United States joint military exercise "Freedom Shield," but the South Korean military made no official statement about the missiles because they were not ballistic missiles, which would violate United Nations sanctions against Pyongyang. South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said the military was prepared for the possibility of missile launches and took real-time counteraction after detecting the test-launch. 2025-03-21 11:03:54
  • Indian embassy in Seoul hosts briefing on WAVES 2025 summit
    Indian embassy in Seoul hosts briefing on WAVES 2025 summit SEOUL, March 20 (AJP) - SEOUL – The Embassy of India in the Republic of Korea held a briefing session Wednesday to introduce the inaugural World Audio-Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025, which aims to attract a global audience of industry leaders, policymakers, and investors, strengthening India’s position as a major hub for media and entertainment. WAVES 2025, scheduled to take place from May 1 to 4, in Mumbai, will showcase India’s thriving media and entertainment (M&E) sector while fostering international collaboration and investment, an Indian Embassy official said during the briefing attended by representatives from Korean media, entertainment companies, and industry professionals. During an opening speech session, the Ambassador of India to the Republic of Korea, Amit Kumar, highlighted the growing partnership between India and Korea, emphasizing how the summit could serve as a bridge for deeper cultural and business collaborations. "Strengthening people-to-people connectivity is a key strategic priority for us, and it is indeed necessary to ensure the long-term resilience and sustainability of our partnership," Ambassador Kumar said. "The Republic of Korea boasts a very successful and vibrant audio-visual and entertainment sector, and we believe Korean participation at WAVES 2025 will open avenues for creative collaboration and business expansion." The summit will serve as a convergence platform for key players across various segments of the global M&E industry, including film, television, digital media, gaming, and animation. WAVES 2025 will feature a Prime Minister–CEO Roundtable, global media dialogues, exhibitions, investment forums, and cultural showcases. Sanjara Arya, Director of the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Center (SVCC) in Seoul, further detailed WAVES 2025’s structure and the role Korea could play in it. "WAVES 2025 is more than a mere conversation. It is a movement that brings together policymakers, media professionals, and creative minds from all over to discuss the evolving role of media in economic growth, technological advancement, and social transformation," Arya said. "India extends its hand in partnership, inviting you all to join WAVES 2025, not just as participants, but also as co-creators of a new era in global media." The summit will focus on four main verticals: digital media, traditional media, AVGC-XR (Animation, VFX, Gaming, Comics, AR/VR/XR), and films & documentaries. The Indian government is also establishing the Indian Institute for Immersive Creators (IIIC) in Mumbai, offering opportunities for global collaboration in emerging media technologies. 2025-03-20 11:12:12
  • Türkiyes STRATCOM Public Forum Seoul Calls for Global Justice and UN Reform
    Türkiye's STRATCOM Public Forum Seoul Calls for Global Justice and UN Reform SEOUL, March 20 (AJP) - The STRATCOM Public Forum Seoul, hosted by the Republic of Türkiye Directorate of Communications at the Four Seasons Hotel in central Seoul on Wednesday, gathered around 200 scholars, foreign diplomats, journalists, and key public figures under the theme "A Fairer World is Possible." The forum served as a platform to discuss the urgent need for global justice, multilateralism, and reform of the United Nations. Professor Fahrettin Altun, Head of Communications for the Presidency of Türkiye, delivered a video keynote speech emphasizing the necessity of rebuilding international institutions to ensure fairness and accountability. "The legitimacy and inclusiveness deficits of the United Nations are weakening its fundamental mission of ensuring peace and security," Altun said. He called for structural reforms to enhance the UN's transparency and effectiveness, aligning with Türkiye’s long-standing position that "the world is bigger than five." Sezai Tolga Şimşir, First Counselor of the Turkish Embassy in Seoul, reaffirmed Türkiye’s commitment to UN reform and a more just global system. He criticized the UN’s inefficacy in responding to conflicts, particularly in Gaza. "One thing is apparent: the UN system is not working properly and does not deliver the results enshrined in its charter. This is the case we unfortunately very bitterly witnessed in Gaza," he said. Professor Kwaak Young-hoon, President of the United Nations Association of Korea, addressed the growing challenge of disinformation and the communication crisis fueled by digital platforms. "We have problems with infotech coupled with biotech and AI. We have lots of fake news, and we have difficulty communicating," he said. Ambassador Kim Won-soo, former UN Under-Secretary-General, stressed that humanity is facing a triple crisis—climate disaster, nuclear threats, and the rapid expansion of uncontrolled technologies. "A fair world is not only possible but should be earned through our efforts. We must build a new international order that can fill the deficit left by failing global leadership," he said. The forum concluded with calls for stronger international cooperation among middle powers, including South Korea and Türkiye, to drive reforms and address global inequalities. The event provided a crucial space for diplomatic dialogue and strategic collaboration in building a more just and inclusive world. 2025-03-20 10:04:22