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  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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  INTERVIEW: Vietnamese envoy highlights dialogue as key to enhancing partnership with S. Korea SEOUL, January 24 (AJP) - Vietnamese Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Vu Ho emphasized the importance of sustained dialogue and communication between Viet Nam and South Korea to further strengthen their relationship and adapt to the challenges of a rapidly changing global market. In an exclusive interview with AJP on Wednesday, Vu underscored the significance of deepening bilateral cooperation to solidify the comprehensive strategic partnership forged in 2024. Vu, who assume January 24, 2025
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  India celebrates Republic Day in Seoul, highlighting growing ties with S. Korea SEOUL, January 24 (AJP) - A warm glow lit up Sebit Island, an iconic venue on the Han River, as the Indian Embassy in the Republic of Korea hosted a grand celebration on January 23 to honor India’s Republic Day. The venue was adorned with tricolor decorations symbolizing the Indian flag, while the serene waters of the Han River reflected the festive lights. Guests from diverse backgrounds—foreign diplomats, business leaders, academics, and cultural figures—gather January 24, 2025
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  Two Korean Americans appointed to key positions under new Trump administration SEOUL, January 23 (AJP) - Two Korean Americans will take key roles under the new U.S. administration following the inauguration of Donald Trump earlier this week. The Pentagon said on Tuesday John Noh has been named deputy assistant defense secretary for East Asia in the U.S. Department of Defense. Noh will oversee policies related to South Korea, Japan, and other regional allies. His responsibilities include developing security and defense strategies for East Asia, strengthening bi January 23, 2025
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  Italian Embassy hosts event to foster space collaboration with South Korea Participants of an event called "Italian Space Day" pose for a group photo in Seoul on Jan. 21, 2025. Courtesy of the Italian Embassy in Seoul. SEOUL, January 23 (AJP) - The Italian Embassy in Seoul hosted an event in the capital on Tuesday, celebrating Italy's excellence in aerospace and its achievements, while exploring collaboration opportunities with South Korea in the sector. Established in 2021 to commemorate the historic launch of Italy's San Marco satellite, t January 23, 2025
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  South Korea opens Cuba embassy 11 months after establishing ties SEOUL, January 18 (AJP) - South Korea opened its embassy in Cuba on Friday, marking a significant milestone in diplomatic relations between the two nations. The inauguration of the mission, located in Havana's Miramar district, came 11 months after the two countries established formal ties in February last year. “The opening of the embassy is expected to help expand exchanges between our peoples, enhance consular services for Korean nationals residing in or visiting Cub January 18, 2025
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  Sneak peek of Spanish folk opera offered in Seoul SEOUL, December 31 (AJP) - An event showcasing excerpts from a Spanish folk opera was held in Seoul last week, ahead of its first-ever performance here. Co-hosted by the Embassy of Spain in Seoul and the Korea Opera Coaches Association (KOCA), the event, held at COEX in southern Seoul on Sunday, was part of a fundraising effort for the production of the Spanish folk opera "Zarzuela," as well as to commemorate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between South Korea December 31, 2024
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  More youngsters eligible for working holiday program between South Korea and Germany SEOUL, December 31 (AJP) - Starting next year, more young people will be eligible to participate in a working holiday program between South Korea and Germany. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Monday that the program's age limit for participants will be expanded from 18-30 to 18-34, effective from the first day of the new year. The program, based on the agreement between the two countries in 2009, allows participants to work a certain number of hours while studying or t December 31, 2024
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  Hungarian envoy says relations with South Korea poised for further growth SEOUL, December 20 (AJP) - "A growing number of universities in Hungary now offer programs dedicated to South Korea thanks to the Korean Wave," said Hungarian Ambassador to South Korea István Szerdahelyi during his recent interview with AJP. "Riding the wave of these changes, we hope to see more South Korean students coming to Hungary," Szerdahelyi added, sharing his vision for the future of bilateral relations between the two countries. Hungary, is, in December 20, 2024
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  India participates in international startup festival in Seoul SEOUL, December 18 (AJP) - A high-level Indian delegation participated in COMEUP 2024, an international startup festival held at COEX in southern Seoul on December 11 and 12. The event, designed to support global startups, offered networking opportunities, business matchmaking, and investment prospects. The Indian delegation, led by Shrimati Aarti Bhatnagar, Additional Secretary and Financial Adviser (AS&FA, Deputy Minister) of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Inte December 18, 2024