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Arts-Culture Kazakh culture presented in Gwangju and Seoul, South Korea
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Zhambyl Kazakh State Academic Philharmonic showcased a vibrant concert program, while the brand “Tarbiya” presented a collection of traditional Kazakh clothing during events held in Gwangju and Seoul on Oct. 4-6, with the support of the Asian Cultural Center, the Secretariat of the Central Asia–Republic of Korea Cooperation Forum, and the Central Asia–Republic of Korea Friendship Association. The events were attended by Rhee Jong Kook, Executive Director of the Secretariat of the Central Asia–Republic of Korea Cooperation Forum; Kim Sanguk, President of the
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- 2025-10-14 16:44
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Business FOMEK Chairman Choi meets with Georgian Amb. to Korea Tarash Papaskua
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Choi Jin-shik, Chairman of the Federation of Middle Market Enterprises of Korea (FOMEK), met with Tarash Papaskua, Ambassador of Georgia to South Korea, on October 14. He stated, “Amid rapidly changing global trade and economic conditions, New Eurasia could be a good option as a breakthrough for diversifying exports and supply chains for Korean mid-sized enterprises.” Chairman Choi emphasized, “To improve the export environment and secure stable supply chains, we must reduce our high dependence on China and the United States,” adding, “Georgia, the first countr
- Lee 기자
- 2025-10-16 14:39
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Diplomacy Spouses of foreign ambassadors to Korea experience Korean culture
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Thirteen spouses of foreign ambassadors to Korea who visited Hahoe Village in Andong, North Gyeongsang Province, unanimously remarked on Oct. 14, “We truly felt that the deep history and culture possessed by North Gyeongsang Province form the roots of today's K-pop and the Korean Wave.” They also described Gyeongbuk as “the hub of the Korean Wave where tradition and modernity coexist.” Gyeongbuk Province hosted the Association of Spouses of Ambassadors to South Korea (ASAS) for a two-day cultural experience program starting on Oct. 13. The aim was to introduce
- Lee 기자
- 2025-10-17 15:49
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Business Samsung joins hands with GRAIL to bring the cancer early detection test to Asia
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Samsung C&T (SCT), Samsung Electronics (SEC), and GRAIL, Inc. (Nasdaq: GRAL), announced on Oct. 17 that they have signed a binding Letter of Intent for a strategic collaboration to bring GRAIL’s GalleriⓇ multi-cancer early detection (MCED) test to key Asian markets. SCT and SEC have also agreed to invest $110 million into GRAIL, a healthcare company whose mission is to detect cancer early when it can be cured, at a price of $70.05 per share of common stock. “Guided by its commitment to advancing next-generation bio-technologies and improving quality of life
- Lee 기자
- 2025-10-17 14:18
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Diplomacy Jeungpyeong County signs MOU on smart agriculture with China's Guannan County
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee Jeungpyeong County has opened a new chapter in future agricultural cooperation by signing an agreement with its sister city, China's Guannan County, to develop smart agriculture and invigorate the exchange of agricultural and specialty products. County Mayor Lee Jae-young signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the “Development of Smart Agriculture and Promotion of Agricultural and Specialty Product Exchange” with Guannan County Chief Gao Xian at a formal meeting held at the Shu Xiang Hu Hotel in Guannan County on Oct. 16. This agreement builds upon the ac
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-10-17 17:04
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Arts-Culture National Art Museum of Belarus hosts K-Minwha Invitational Exhibition
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The National Art Museum of the Republic of Belarus, located in the capital city of Minsk, Belarus, grandly opened the special exhibition K-Minwha (Folk Painting): The Beauty of Korea. This exhibition showcases Korea's traditional beauty and artistic spirit. This exhibition was prepared as a meaningful occasion to share the power of artistic communion and the depth of culture through Minhwa paintings, which embody the Korean aesthetic consciousness and sentiment. Minhwa paintings are pictures of hope born from the hands of nameless commoners and a philosophy of li
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-10-14 14:46
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Arts-Culture Tajikistan showcases rich culture in Seoul and Gwangju events
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Tajikistan took center stage in a series of major cultural events across the Republic of Korea, underscoring the deepening partnership between Central Asia and Korea. The events, held in collaboration with the Korea Foundation, the Asian Cultural Center (ACC), and the Central Asia-Korea Friendship Association, featured celebrated Tajik art, fashion, and music. The celebrations kicked off on September 30, 2025, in Seoul with the 7th Central Asian-Republic of Korea Friendship Day. A highlight of the day was a stunning fashion show presenting Tajikistan's national
- Lee 기자
- 2025-10-12 20:59
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Business Higgsfield AI becomes Kazakhstan’s first unicorn startup, valued at over $1 billion
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Higgsfield AI has officially become Kazakhstan’s first unicorn startup, surpassing a $1 billion valuation, announced co-founder and former Head of Generative AI at Snap Inc. Alex Mashrabov on Sept. 28. According to Mashrabov, the company recently crossed a $50 million run-rate revenue threshold, marking a historic milestone for Kazakhstan’s tech ecosystem. “For the last 15 years, no company in our country has managed to achieve this,” he said. Higgsfield AI’s journey to unicorn status was fueled by investments from leading global funds, including Menlo Ventures
- Lee 기자
- 2025-10-13 14:35
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Business Groundbreaking of Mahenge graphite project held in Tanzania
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The Government of the Republic of Korea, together with the Governments of Australia and Tanzania, welcomes the groundbreaking ceremony held on October 9 to officially launch the Mahenge graphite project in Tanzania. Located in the Morogoro region of Tanzania, the Mahenge project is led by the Australian company Black Rock Mining (BRM) and involves the Government of Tanzania and Korean companies, including POSCO International. Tanzanian Government officials, including the Minister of Minerals, the Korean Ambassador to Tanzania, Australia’s Deputy High Commissioner
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-10-13 15:36
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Arts-Culture Nami Island showcases Peruvian culture during “Peru Week” celebration
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo From September 20 to 28, Nami Island in Gangwon-do hosted the “Peru Week”, a cultural event featuring a variety of activities celebrating Peruvian heritage and traditions. The program was designed for both Korean and international visitors of all ages, in coordination with the Embassy of Peru in the Republic of Korea. The weeklong celebration offered visitors a chance to experience Peru’s cultural and natural heritage, featuring art exhibitions, music and dance performances, and hands-on activities. It drew thousands of Korean and international tourists who flo
- Lee 기자
- 2025-10-14 10:16
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Business SK bioscience files for first-in-human trial of universal coronavirus vaccine
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo SK bioscience announced on Oct. 15 that it has submitted a Phase 1/2 clinical trial application in Australia for GBP511, a universal coronavirus vaccine (pan-sarbecovirus vaccine) candidate. Sarbecoviruses, a subgenus of coronaviruses, include SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), the original SARS virus, and related variants. GBP511 is designed to provide broad protection across the sarbecovirus family, moving beyond the strain-specific approach of existing COVID-19 vaccines. The trial will enroll approximately 500 healthy adults aged 18 and older in Australia, and will eval
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- 2025-10-15 14:23
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Arts-Culture Seoul Plaza celebrates Peruvian culture with “Peru Day” festival
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Seoul Plaza came alive with the colors, sounds, and flavors of Peru during the “Peru Day” celebration held on September 20 and 21. The event was organized in collaboration with the Embassy of Peru in Korea as part of the “Outdoor Library” program hosted annually by the Seoul Metropolitan Library. The Peruvian Pavilion transformed Seoul Plaza into a lively cultural space where thousands of visitors of all ages experienced Peru’s rich heritage through a variety of engaging activities designed for both children and adults. Visitors painted Ayacucho retablos and cu
- Lee 기자
- 2025-10-15 10:32
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Arts-Culture If you have a happy mind, 90% of illness goes away
By Diplomacy Journal Special Feature Editor Andy Hyun If one lives with a happy mind, 90% of illnesses will go away. Eating and exercising are important for health, but above all, taking care of one's mind is crucial. If we were to prioritize, food and exercise account for only 20%, while taking care of your mind accounts for 80%. When you think you have happy and have positive thoughts, T lymphocytes (T cells), a type of immune cell, actively function. However, if you continue to harbor negative thoughts or emotions such as *envy, *jealousy, *anger, *hatred, *resentment and fear, complaint, *
- Andy Hyun 기자
- 2025-10-14 10:51
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Diplomacy Dominican Embassy enchants Korea with an exclusive night of cigars and rum
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Embassy of the Dominican Republic in the Republic of Korea captivated Korean guests with an exclusive cultural soirée: “Dominican Cigar & Rum Night in Korea”, held on the occasion of the official visit of Ms. Biviana Riveiro, Executive Director of ProDominicana. The event stood out as a refined and one-of-a-kind evening where Dominican tradition and excellence took center stage in the heart of Seoul. In her welcome remarks, Ambassador Angie Martínez, Head of Mission in Seoul, stated: “Tonight, as we pay tribute to two of the most emblematic symbols of o
- Lee 기자
- 2025-10-15 14:50
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Global Hosting of the UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The following article was contributed by Dunyo Information Agency (MFA of the Republic of Uzbekistan) to the Diplomacy Journal for publication through the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Seoul. – Ed. At the conclusion of the 42nd session of the UNESCO General Conference, held in Paris from 7 to 22 November 2023, a historic decision was adopted to convene the next session—the 43rd session—in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, in 2025. The resolution received unanimous support from all 194 Member States of the Organization, serving as a high-level recognition of the comprehensive r
- Lee 기자
- 2025-10-14 15:33
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Kazakh culture presented in Gwangju and Seoul, South Korea
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FOMEK Chairman Choi meets with Georgian Amb. to Korea Tarash Papaskua
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Samsung joins hands with GRAIL to bring the cancer early detection test to Asia
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Tajikistan showcases rich culture in Seoul and Gwangju events
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National Art Museum of Belarus hosts K-Minwha Invitational Exhibition
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Higgsfield AI becomes Kazakhstan’s first unicorn startup, valued at over $1 billion
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Jeungpyeong County signs MOU on smart agriculture with China's Guannan County
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Justice Minister Chung Sung-ho meets with UNHCR high commissioner
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Spouses of foreign ambassadors to Korea experience Korean culture
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MSS invites SMEs to join the "2025 K-Beauty Creator Challenge"
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Samsung joins hands with GRAIL to bring the cancer early detection test to Asia
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