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Diplomacy Foreign Minister Cho Hyun Meets US Sen. McCormick, Calls for Congressional Support for South Korea-US Alliance
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | SEOUL – Foreign Minister Cho Hyun met on Thursday with visiting US Sen. Dave McCormick, a Republican from Pennsylvania, to discuss South Korea-US relations and peace on the Korean Peninsula, the Foreign Ministry said. The two held the talks over a breakfast meeting on Oct. 8. Cho noted that the leaders of the two countries reaffirmed their commitment to faithfully implementing the Joint Fact Sheet (JFS) at their summit on Sept. 22. He asked McCormick for continued interest and support so that the two countries can quickly produce visible results that people in
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-10-08 17:03
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Local Bridging social discourse and artistic practice: Public art project, “Third Paradise Seoul 2026," to be launched
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | Third Paradise Seoul 2026" to be launched The public art project, "Third Paradise Seoul 2026", which aims to transform social discourse into artistic practice and explore possibilities for peace and a sustainable future through art, will be held on October 15 at the Seoul Arts & Culture Education Center in Yongsan-gu Ward in Seoul. Jointly organized by the Italian Cultural Institute in Seoul (led by Director Davide Scalmani), the Seoul Foundation for Arts and Culture (led by CEO Song Hyun-jong), and the Pistoletto Cittadellarte Foundation (Director Paolo Na
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-10-08 11:22
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Arts-Culture Singer Jang Hye-jin meets the general public as a visual artist: Solo exhibition entitled, "Unfamiliarity within Familiarity"
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | Singer Jang Hye-jin, who has long been connected with the general public through her uniquely emotive voice, is now meeting audiences as a visual artist. Gallery Sejul and Gallery Pines are co-hosting Jang Hye-jin’s solo exhibition, "Unfamiliarity within Familiarity," at Gallery Sejul in Pyeongchang-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, from October 17th to November 26th. A VIP preview for invited guests will be held on October 16. The exhibition is co-curated by Eom Seon-mi, director of Gallery Pines, and Lee Jun-sang, director of Gallery Sejul. In this exhibition, Jang Hye
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-10-07 10:33
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Arts-Culture A word from Damhwa Seonchang (Zen Window of Damhwa)
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | Even when power shifts, the responsibility toward the people's livelihood must remain constant The idiom "Sangjeon Byeokhae" (literally "Mulberry fields turning into the blue sea") refers to a state of transformation so profound that the world becomes unrecognizable. This phrase resonates deeply when we look at our society today. The world, the times, and the face of politics are constantly changing. In a democratic society, it is natural for administrations, personnel, policies, and systems to change. However, amidst all these changes, there is one thing that
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-10-06 23:05
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Arts-Culture Jongno residents, vocalists, and orchestra share the stage of The 12th "A Wonderful Concert in October"
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | Local residents, professional vocalists, and an orchestra are coming together on stage to fill a deepening autumn night with beautiful melodies. The 12th "A Wonderful Concert in October"—an event shared with local residents—will take place on October 19 (Monday) at 7:00 PM on the third floor of Seoul Art Center Doam. Hosted by the Pyeongchang-dong ARTE CORO Choir and organized by the NEW MUSIC COMPANY Opera Troupe, this concert is themed "Melodies that Move the Heart." It features a special classical music program where a choir composed of local residents perfo
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-10-06 13:40
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Diplomacy KGCCI Unveils Full Programme for APK 2026, Around 800 Leaders to Meet in Seoul on 29–31 October
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | The Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI/AHK Korea, President & CEO Marie Antonia von Schönburg), local co-host of the 19th Asia-Pacific Conference of German Business (APK 2026), has released the full programme for the conference, which takes place in Seoul from 29 to 31 October at the Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas. Around 800 senior decision-makers from business and politics in Germany and the Asia-Pacific region are expected to attend. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is expected to deliver the keynote address. Korea's Minister of T
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-10-06 11:32
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Arts-Culture Solo Exhibition of Artist Byung-Ho Lee Artist Byung-Ho Lee’s 8th Solo Exhibition ‘Metaverse’: Questioning Humanity in the Age of AI
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | Western-style Artist Lee Byung-ho is holding his eighth solo exhibition, re-examining the meaning of human existence and art in an era where artificial intelligence (AI) and cutting-edge technology dominate the daily life of the people. Artist Lee will host his 8th solo exhibition, entitled 'Metaverse,' at the Daham Project in Nam-gu, Ulsan, on October 12 to 26. The exhibition explores—through the artist’s unique visual language—what humanity gains and loses within the order of modern civilization, a world constructed by technology and data. A question posed to
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-10-05 09:00
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Business "Top Gun" AI Pilots emerge from Ajou, SNU, POSTECH universities
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | In a unique competition where AI developed by university and graduate students piloted virtual F-16 fighter jets in aerial combat, a joint team named "Churak-Dorak-ida"—comprising students from Ajou University, Seoul National University, and POSTECH—was crowned the first "AI Pilot Top Gun" award. The Korea Aerospace University (KAU) held the finals for the "1st Korea Aerospace University President’s Cup 2026 AI Pilot Top Gun Challenge" on September 17 at the University's Electronics Building auditorium. The winning team, "Churak-Dorak-ida," received the Ministe
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-10-02 20:40
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Arts-Culture Publication ceremony held for the 'Biography of Bishop Bruguière'
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | A biography chronicling the life of Bishop Barthélemy Bruguière (1792–1835), the first bishop of the Korean Catholic Church and the first Vicar Apostolic of Joseon, has been released--18 years after the writing process began. On September 20, the Martyrs' Commemoration Committee of the Archdiocese of Seoul celebrated a "Mass closing the Month of Martyrs" at the Seosomun History Museum in Jung-gu, Seoul, followed by a publication ceremony for 'Biography of Bishop Bruguière, First Vicar Apostolic of Joseon' (639 pages), published by the Catholic Publishing Compan
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-10-02 15:24
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Arts-Culture Veneable Jinwoo Inaugurated as the 38th President of the Korean Buddhist Jogye Order
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | On October 1 this year, Venerable Jinwoo, the 38th President of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism, held his inauguration ceremony on a special stage at the Jogye-sa Temple in Jongno-gu, Seoul, marking the official starting of his second term. Declaring, “I will consult through collective wisdom, unite through empathy, and act with a public-spirited heart,” Ven. Jinwoo expressed his resolve to usher in a new century for Korean Buddhism based on the stability and harmony of the Order. Approximately 5,000 members of the Buddhist community attended the ceremony, i
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-10-01 18:16
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Diplomacy Digital Cooperation Among the Turkic States Towards a Unified Technological Ecosystem
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | From a digital agenda to practical cooperation Organization of Turkic States currently counts Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkiye and Uzbekistan among its full members, while Turkmenistan participates in observer status. The organization holds annual summits of heads of state, establishing a mechanism for reviewing results achieved and defining directions for future cooperation. The informal OTS summit held in Turkistan on May 15th, 2026 likewise underscored the growing importance of digital technologies within this process. At a meeting devoted to “Art
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-10-01 15:59
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Diplomacy Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan are creating a Hub for Startups, Investors and Talent
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | Today, cooperation agenda between Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan is gradually taking on a regional dimension. Tashkent and Baku are increasingly viewed not merely as two independent technology hubs, but as potential links connecting the innovation ecosystems of Central Asia and the South Caucasus. Additional institutional groundwork for long-term cooperation was laid by the outcomes of the Uzbek-Azerbaijani summit in August 2026, during which a Treaty on Eternal Friendship between the two states was signed. From Interagency Dialogue to Practical Cooperation One of t
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-09-30 11:55
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Diplomacy Remembering the Fallen: Azerbaijan Commemorates Remembrance Day
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | Six years have passed since the Patriotic War began on 27 September 2020. In Azerbaijan, the date is observed as Remembrance Day, commemorating with deep respect and gratitude the memory of those who sacrificed their lives for the country’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. The day holds profound significance in Azerbaijan’s modern history. It commemorates those who lost their lives during the 44-day Patriotic War, which became a defining turning point for the country. The war resulted in the restoration of its territorial integrity and sove
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-09-28 15:07
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Diplomacy Uzbekistan's key trading partners participate in CICA
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | Expanding Uzbekistan’s exports and developing industrial cooperation require reliable logistics, access to capital, and stable and predictable conditions in foreign markets. These objectives occupy an important place on the economic agenda of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA), which brings together 28 member states. The Seventh CICA Summit is scheduled to take place in Baku on 15 October 2026. It will be held during Azerbaijan’s chairmanship, whose priorities include connectivity, digitalization, and sustainable growt
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-09-28 14:08
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Diplomacy Chess as a National Priority: How Uzbekistan Is Building a New Generation of Thinkers
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | SAMARKAND, Uzbekistan - This September, the world’s chess community has turned its attention to Samarkand, one of Central Asia’s oldest cities and a historic crossroads of cultures and civilizations. The ancient Uzbek city is hosting the 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad, bringing together national teams from around the world for one of the largest and most prestigious events in international chess. For Uzbekistan, however, the Olympiad represents more than a major sporting event. It is the culmination of a long-term national effort to transform chess from a specialised
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-09-23 20:35
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A word from Damhwa Seonchang (Zen Window of Damhwa)
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Veneable Jinwoo Inaugurated as the 38th President of the Korean Buddhist Jogye Order
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Jongno residents, vocalists, and orchestra share the stage of The 12th "A Wonderful Concert in October"
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"Top Gun" AI Pilots emerge from Ajou, SNU, POSTECH universities
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Foreign Minister Cho Hyun Meets US Sen. McCormick, Calls for Congressional Support for South Korea-US Alliance
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Bridging social discourse and artistic practice: Public art project, “Third Paradise Seoul 2026," to be launched
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Singer Jang Hye-jin meets the general public as a visual artist: Solo exhibition entitled, "Unfamiliarity within Familiarity"
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A word from Damhwa Seonchang (Zen Window of Damhwa)
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Jongno residents, vocalists, and orchestra share the stage of The 12th "A Wonderful Concert in October"
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