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 themed “The Best of British,” offering guests a chance to experience British culture, cuisine, beverages, and music. The evening also featured K-pop artists moderating and performing, including performances of the national anthems of both nations.
“The relationship between the UK and Korea is growing deeply and ambitiously,” British Ambassador to Seoul Colin Crooks said. “Based on the Downing Street Accord, which underpins our cooperation, our two countries have strengthened ties in trade, investment, defense, security, climate, science, technology, and energy.”
Crooks expressed confidence in future cooperation, adding, “The upcoming FTA negotiations over the next 12 months are expected to further enhance our trade and investment relations. The visit of the British aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales will further reinforce our joint efforts for regional and global security.”
He also highlighted cultural cooperation, noting, “the appointment of British architect Thomas Heatherwick as General Director of the Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism reflects both countries’ strong soft power.”
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