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Arts-Culture Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul visits a special exhibition on Tongsinsa
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee Minister of Foreign Affairs Cho Tae-yul visited on May 8 a special exhibition on the Tongsinsa (delegation from the Joseon Dynasty to Japan), which is under way at the Seoul Museum of History under the theme “Bonds of the Heart, Waves of Resonance.” The exhibition, which is being held in cooperation between Korean and Japanese museums to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between the two countries, features 128 artifacts related to the Tongsinsa. As such, it serves as an opportunity to look back on the footsteps of the T
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-05-13 10:26
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Business HL Chairman Chung becomes an honorary citizen of the Polish City of Wałbrzych
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo HL Group Chairman Chung Mong-won has been named an honorary citizen of the city of Wałbrzych, Poland. According to HL Group, Chairman Chung became the 15th honorary citizen of the city of Wałbrzych, on April 29 (local time). He was recognized for his 14 years of contributions to the community since opening the HL-Mando auto parts plant in the city in 2011. HL MANDO Poland is the only Korean company in the city of Wałbrzych. The combined size of factories 1 and 2 is approximately 165,000 square meters, producing automotive parts such as brakes, steering, and sus
- Lee 기자
- 2025-05-12 16:53
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Diplomacy Jeju Island seeks solutions for sustainable jobs at APEC Meeting in Jeju
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young Jeju Island hosted an international conference on creating a sustainable labor market and quality jobs in the Asia-Pacific region. The Jeju Special Self-Governing Province announced on May 12 that the 2025 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Employment and Labor Ministers' Meeting was held at the Jeju International Convention Center (ICC) Tamra Hall under the theme of “Sustainable Labor Markets and Jobs for the Future. More than 200 people attended the meeting, including Jeju Island Governor Oh Young-hoon, Deputy Minister of Employment and Labor Kim Min-
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- 2025-05-12 15:15
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Business AMCHAM, GM Korea, KCCI sign MOU to bolster “Buy America” campaign
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo | The American Chamber of Commerce in Korea (AMCHAM) signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with General Motors Korea (GM Korea) and the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) on May 8 to jointly promote the “Buy America” campaign. The agreement builds on a strong foundation of collaboration among the three organizations to further expand the campaign’s impact. This agreement is designed to foster a fair business environment and improve consumer access to GM vehicles in Korea through mutual cooperation. It also supports the broader objecti
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- 2025-05-12 11:53
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Arts-Culture KTO appoints Indian actress Hina Khan as honorary ambassador for Korean tourism
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) has appointed Indian actress Hina Khan as an honorary ambassador for Korean tourism, the KTO said on May 12. Hina Khan is beloved as a “national actor” in India for her role in the popular drama “What Kind of Relationship Do We Have?” which has aired for the longest time in India. Hina Khan, who is visiting Korea for the first time, will stay in Korea until May 13 and enjoy the diverse charms of Korea. She visited Bukchon Hanok Village, the filming location of the popular Korean drama in India, “Goblin,” the stone walls of Deo
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-05-12 10:32
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Global Iraq opens new horizons for global investment in its reconstruction projects
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The following article was contributed by Dr. Mohammed Mustafa Juma Almuntafeky, Head of Mission of the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Seoul, to Diplomacy Journal for publication. –Ed. The Iraqi economy has witnessed significant and remarkable improvements over the past few years. According to the latest international economic indicators, Iraq has entered a new phase of recovery and growth, amid significant transformations that reflect a tangible improvement in economic performance and enhance confidence in the national economy among local and international
- Lee 기자
- 2025-05-09 16:29
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Diplomacy Ecuadorian Ambassador Suarez meets with KOIMA Chairman Yoon
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Yoon Young-mi, chairman of Korea Importers Association (KOIMA), held a meeting with Ecuadorian Ambassador to Korea Patricio Esteban Troya Suarez at the KOIMA office in Seoul on May 8 to discuss ways to expand bilateral trade. “Ecuador is a country that is competitive in various industries such as shrimp, bananas, cacao, coffee, and flowers,” said Ambassador Suarez, ”and we are about to sign the Strategic Economic Cooperation Agreement (SECA) to expand trade with Korea.” He added that he hopes the agreement will further strengthen the partnership as a hub for ex
- Lee 기자
- 2025-05-09 14:02
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Diplomacy The Embassy of Morocco and KAPV jointly organize int’l conference
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee An international conference co-hosted by Korean Association for Public Value (KAPV) and the Embassy of Morocco in Korea was held at the Museum Auditorium on the main campus of Gyeongsang National University on May 8. The conference was held under the theme of 'Strengthening Multi-dimensional Cooperation between Korea and Morocco' to explore practical ways of cooperation between the two countries. Founded in 2020, the KAPV aims to conduct interdisciplinary research on public value and has been publishing the Journal of Public Value twice a year. In particular, it
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-05-09 12:01
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Global US Cardinal Robert Prevost elected as Pope Leo XIV
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Cardinal Robert Prevost of the United States has been elected the first US pontiff in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church and has taken the name Pope Leo XIV, the Vatican News reported. Pope Leo made his first public appearance to impart a blessing from the roofed area of St Peter’s Basilica. In his first public words, Pope Leo told the faithful “peace be with all of you”. He emphasised the theme of peace throughout the address. He told the crowd, “Evil will not prevail; we are in the hands of God. So without fear, united hand in hand with God and amo
- Lee 기자
- 2025-05-09 10:37
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Business SML Biopharm of Korea signs MOU with Affilogic of France
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo SML Biopharm, a South Korea-based biotech company specializing in mRNA-based therapeutics, announced on May 8 that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with French biotechnology firm Affilogic to collaborate on the development of next-generation targeted drugs using mRNA-LNP (lipid nanoparticle) technology. The agreement aims to integrate Affilogic’s proprietary Nanofitin targeting technology with SML Biopharm’s mRNA-LNP platform. Under the MOU, the two companies will explore opportunities to combine their respective core technologies to develop in
- Lee 기자
- 2025-05-08 16:38
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Diplomacy Thai Amb. Sangrat lends support to Cheongju Airport runway construction
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Thai Ambassador to Korea Tanee Sangrat has joined a 1 million-signature relay campaign calling for the construction of a private runway at Cheongju International Airport. Chungcheongbuk-do province announced on May 7 that Thai Ambassador Tanee Sangrat has become the first foreign ambassador to sign a petition calling for the construction of a dedicated runway for civilian aircraft at Cheongju International Airport. “The lack of flights is the biggest obstacle to expanding people-to-people exchanges between the two countries,” said Thai Ambassador Tanee Sangrat,
- Lee 기자
- 2025-05-08 16:09
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Arts-Culture 2025 My K-Festa for global Hallyu fans to be held at Olympic Park
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) will hold the 2025 My K-Festa from June 19-22 at Olympic Park in Seoul's Songpa-gu District, along with the Korean Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (KOFICE), the ministry said on May 1. The event for global fans of Hallyu (Korean Wave) will feature various contents of Hallyu including K-pop at a single venue to allow fans from around the world to experience the latest in the Korean Wave and expand Hallyu's influence in daily life. A K-pop concert, one of the highlights of the festival, is slated for
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-05-08 12:04
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Diplomacy 'British Cultural Village' to be built in Gangseo-gu, Busan
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The 'British Culture Village', a complex cultural and educational space with British residential, cultural, and commercial facilities, will be built in Myeongji International New Town in Gangseo-gu, Busan. According to the Busan City on May 7, a four-party business agreement (MOU) was signed with the British Embassy in Korea, the Busan Jinhae Free Economic Zone Authority, the Royal Russell School Busan Campus Establishment Promotion Team, and the British Chamber of Commerce in Korea to create the 'British Cultural Village' in Busan City Hall. The British Cultur
- Lee 기자
- 2025-05-08 10:51
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Business SK bioscience and KDCA initiate development of Avian influenza vaccine
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo SK bioscience has been selected for the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA)’s Priority Infectious Disease Pandemic Preparedness Rapid R&D Support Program, the company said on May 6. This government-led initiative aims to develop vaccines against avian influenza – identified as a high-risk candidate for the next pandemic. SK bioscience was chosen for its proven technological capabilities as the only domestic company to have commercialized cell-culture-based vaccines for both influenza and COVID-19. Under the program, SK bioscience and KDCA wil
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- 2025-05-07 16:24
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Arts-Culture '2025 Korea-Myanmar Exchange Concert - Go With' event held in Seoul
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo About 70 famous musicians from Korea and Myanmar participated, and the event was held successfully for 2 hours with ensemble performances and folk performances. The '2025 Korea-Myanmar Exchange Concert Go With' event was held successfully at the Hansung Baekje Hall in Seoul on April 26, 2025, hosted and organized by the Korea Arts and Culture Exchange Association and sponsored by Pablus Harmonica, etc. Hong Seung-hee, the president of the Korea Arts and Culture Exchange Association who planned and directed this event, said in her opening remarks, “I would like
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- 2025-05-07 16:01
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National Security Adviser Wi delivers President Lee's personal letter to NATO
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Gyeongsang Univ. team develops vaccine for Alzheimer's disease treatment
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Anyang City Mayor Choi meets with Chinese Ambassador Dai Bing
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