Diplomacy Journal Kayla lee “I think that the role of the spouse and family of a diplomat is quite unique. While the professional diplomats represent their country, the spouse and the family also play an important role,” said Surabhi Kumar, spouse of Ambassador Amit Kumar of India in Seoul. In an interview with The Korea Post media, publisher of 3 English and 2 Korean language news publications since 1985, Madam Kumar said, “As the spouse of a career diplomat, I play a significant role in representing my country and in providing a window into socio-cultural aspects of India. ▲ Ambassador Amit
Ambassador Abdou Salam Diallo of the Republic of Senegal said, “The 4th day of April is a particularly important moment in the history of Senegal celebrating the anniversary of its accession to international sovereignty.” In an interview with The Korea Post media, publisher of 3 English and 2 Korean-language news publications since 1985, Ambassador Diallo said, “For Senegal, this date represents its full sovereign status as a member of the international community and it is also the occasion to celebrate national heroes and strengthen the sense of national unity.” On the bilateral relations, es
Diplomacy Journal Kayla lee On May 11-12, Samarkand will be held the III International Legal Forum "Tashkent Law Spring" in an offline format. For the first time, the Forum will be held in the city of Samarkand based on modern infrastructure, including a new airport, a congress hall, modern hotels, the Samarkand International Tourist Center and ethno-town “Eternal City”. Under the sky of the eternal city, the star catalogue of which was compiled in the 15th century by the great statesman and scientist Mirzo Ulug‘bek in his work “Ziji Jadidi Kuragoniy” ("The New Astronomical Table of Kuragoni")
Diplomacy Journal Kayla lee This article is based on news materials provided by the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Seoul for publication by The Korea Post media, publisher of 3 English and 2 Korean-languuage news publications since 1985.--Ed. ▲ Ambassador Bakyt Dyussenbayev of Kazakhstan in Seoul The start of this year could not have been any more different for Kazakhstan when compared to the tragic January of 2022. Just over twelve months ago, our country was amidst a violent coup attempt orchestrated by groups that wanted to see our nation collapse. There was a real possibility that Kazakhstan’s s
“The Republic of Korea is now a key economic and development partner of Bangladesh and the bilateral trade crossed the US$2 billion mark for the first time in 2021 and then surpassed US$3 billion mark in 2022.” So said Ambassador Delwar Hossain of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh in Seoul in a speech he delivered at a gala reception he hosted at the prestigious grand ballroom of the Lotte Hotel in Seoul on the evening of March 27. The reception was in celebration of the 52nd Anniversary of Independence and National Day of Bangladesh, which was attended by many important guests from various
By Reporter Kayla lee Samsung Electronics, the world’s leading TV manufacturer for 17 consecutive years, announced a partnership with Warner Bros. Pictures that will bring highly-anticipated movie trailers to Neo QLED 8K screens in more than 65,000 retail stores around the world on July 21. ▲ A trailer for a new movie is being presented on Neo QLED 8K TV displayed at the Samsung brand showcase "Samsung KX" in London, England. Samsung Electronics announced will introduce movie trailers provided by Warner Bros. in 8K quality with Neo QLED 8K TVs at more than 65,000 stores around the world./ Cour
By Reporter Anna Kim SK On announced on July 20 that Steve Reynolds Industrial Parkway, a road near the site of SK Battery America (SKBA), which is operated in Jackson County Commerce, Georgia, has been changed to SK Boulevard (SK Blvd.). ▲ SK and Georgia officials take commemorative photo in front of the road sign. / Courtesy of SK On Related to this, SK On held a signboard ceremony at SKBA's Georgia plant, attended by SKBA officials, Clark Hill Commerce Mayor, and Jim Shaw, president of the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce on July 19. The new road name, 'SK Blvd.,' has already been registe
By Reporter Anna Kim Jeollanam-do signed a letter of intent for friendly exchange with Silesian Voivodeship, the largest industrial region in Poland, in the provincial office guest room, and pledged to strengthen cooperation in various fields such as economy, tourism, and culture on July 21. ▲ Governor Kim Young-rok of Jeollanam-do signed a letter of intent for friendly exchange with Prime Minister Jakub Heuvelstovsky of Silesian Voivodeship in the Jeollanam-do Province Office on July 21. Governor Kim Young-rok met with Prime Minister Jakub Heuvelstovsky of Silesian Voivodeship to discuss the
By Reporter Kayla lee There is growing international interest in Gangwon State's excellent policies and successful cases. ▲ A commemorative photo taken after the completion of the international training program for Vietnamese government officials jointly organized by Gangwon State and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) / Courtesy of Gangwon State Gangwon State and the KOICA under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs are jointly conducting an "International Training Program for Future Rural Development in Vietnam" from July 17 to 29 for two weeks at the International Trade and Traini
By Reporter Kayla lee President Yoon Suk-yeol and the First Lady visited the US Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) named Kentucky, which was docked at the Busan Naval Operations Base on July 19. ▲ President Yoon Suk-yeol delivers an encouraging speech in front of the U.S. Ohio-class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) Kentucky (SSBN-737) upon its arrival at the Busan Naval Operations Base in Nam-gu, Busan on July 19./ Courtesy of the Presidential Office The President's spokesperson, Lee Do-woon, stated in a written briefing, "President Yoon's visit to the ballistic mi
The following article and picture materials have been provided by the Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in Seoul for publication by The Korea Post media, publisher of 3 English and 2 Korean-language news publications since 1985.—Ed. By Gabit Aydarov, Head of the Sector of the Secretariat of the Authorized Person of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan for Human Rights (Ombudsman) The modernization of the country and the building of the New Uzbekistan based on the principle “The society is the initiator of reforms” require the conduct of a national vote on constitutional reforms, a
Reporter Jang Gyu-ho It has been officially announced that Canada has designated a national 'Taekwondo Day.' This distinguishes it significantly from the occasional declarations of 'Taekwondo Day' for appreciation and recognition in some other countries, like the United States. ▲ Lee Dong-seop (center), the President of Kukkiwon, discusses the development of Taekwondo with Canadian Taekwondo representatives. On his left is Ha Gi-seung, the President of the Canadian Taekwondo Association. He is the only Korean to serve as the President of the NOC Taekwondo Federation. /Courtesy of Kukkiwon Acco
By Reporter Kayla lee Pure and healthy spring water is the best remedy and the shortcut to perfect health. Lately, people have been consuming all sorts of health foods and remedies to overcome various illnesses and maintain their well-being. ▲ Geumyul Yaksu(mineral water) contains the golden ratio of zinc. Wouldn't it be wonderful if there were a place where a single glass of medicinal water like a remedy could restore health and invigorate one's life? Just a 10-minute drive from Gimcheon downtown, in Eomo Village, Ogyulli Medicinal Spring has become a nationwide attraction for those seeking z
By Reporter Kayla lee Under the leadership of CEO Choi Dong-soon, Kyungbangwon Jukyeom (bamboo salt) has been dedicated to bamboo salt research and development for the past 30 years, establishing its bamboo salt factory in Shinori, Naktong-myeon, Sangju City in 1995. Throughout these years, he has remained committed to promoting national health by solely focusing on bamboo salt. ▲ CEO Choi Dong-soon of Kyungbangwon Jukyeom (Bamboo Salt) Unlike regular bamboo salt, which is made from sea salt and yellow clay bamboo through a nine-step process, CEO Choi Dong-soon patented a special burner for th
The following article and picture materials have been provided by the Embassy of the Republic of Turkmenistan in Seoul for publication by The Korea Post media, publisher of 3 English and 2 Korean-language news publications since 1985.—Ed. On March 30, 2023, cultural and scientific activities in Korea continued at the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies in Seoul. The program of the event included performances by Turkmen artists, a screening of a Turkmen film in Korean called "At-myrat", dedicated to the Akhal-Teke horses. In addition, an exhibition was opened in the foyer of the university, wh