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Business The world's 1st 5,000-degree high-temperature Hwangsong bamboo salt developed
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young South Korean bamboo salt master Choi Dong-soon has broken new ground in traditional bamboo salt making by introducing the world's first 5,000-degree high-temperature Hwangsong bamboo salt. The achievement is considered an artistic revolution in salt making, combining the perfect blend of bamboo and sea salt with innovative technology to contribute to human health. Tradition meets science, 5,000-degree Hwangsong Bamboo Salt Master Choi fuses the essence of bamboo salt-making tradition with modern technology to create 5,000-degree Hwangsong bamboo salt, which h
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- 2024-12-09 14:17
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Diplomacy “Morocco anticipates another year of close bilateral and multilateral cooperation”
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo (New Year Message) Dear readers of the Diplomacy Journal, It is with pleasure that I convey, in my name and on behalf of the Moroccan Embassy team and also in my capacity as Dean of the Diplomatic Corps and Dean of the African Group of Ambassadors., my sincere greetings to the people and the Government of the Republic of Korea. I seize this opportunity to extend my heartfelt wishes for success to Diplomacy Journal, to Chairman Lee as well as to its Managing Editors. On New Year’s Eve, it is an occasion to review what has been achieved over the leaving year and
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- 2024-12-06 17:19
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Diplomacy “Uruguay and South Korea mark the 60th anniversary of formal ties in 2024”
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo (New Year Message) Dear readers of the Diplomacy Journal, As the year draws to a close, we take this moment to reflect on the profound significance of 2024 for the diplomatic relationship between Uruguay and Korea. This year marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of formal ties between our two nations —a milestone that invites us to celebrate a shared history and envision a promising future. Though Uruguay and Korea are separated by great distance, resilience and determination define both nations. From Montevideo to Seoul, the bond between our nations
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- 2024-12-06 16:21
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Diplomacy Foreign Minister Cho, U.S. Secretary of State Blinken exchange views by phone
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul spoke with U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken to exchange views on the current domestic situation and U.S.-ROK relations on Dec. 6, 2024. The two officials exchanged views on the developments in Korea over the past few days following the announcement of emergency martial law and reaffirmed the United States' unwavering support for South Korea's democracy and the U.S.-ROK alliance. Mr. Blinken praised the strong resilience of South Korea's democracy and expressed his strong hope that all future political disagreements will be re
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2024-12-06 15:04
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Local (Damwha column 曇華風月) “Impeachment overuse and absolute power-wielding National Assembly, who should the people believe?”
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young Public fatigue is reaching a fever pitch as the political sphere is once again plunged into an “impeachment regime”. The major opposition party has been criticized for abusing impeachment as a political tool, and some say it is a bulletproof armor for the party leader. The appropriateness of the impeachment attempt, which paralyzes the work of the auditor general and prosecutors, is debated. The public is concerned that “politics has turned into a power struggle between political parties rather than serving the people.” It is argued that impeachment, which ha
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- 2024-12-06 11:31
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Diplomacy “Thailand-ROK’s strong human and cultural ties continue to grow”
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo “Thailand-ROK’s people-to-people and cultural ties continue to grow. For instance, Sawasdee Seoul Thai Festival held in October proved a resounding success, with over 50,000 visitors,” said H.E. Amb. Tanee Sangrat of Thailand to South Korea at the national day reception. Delivering welcoming speech at the reception held at the Crystal Ballroom, Lotte Hotel Seoul, on Dec. 4, Amb. Tanee Sangrat said, “The Embassy also initiated an unprecedented special passport project this year, issuing over 37,000 passports for Thai nationals in the ROK. Our efforts to elevate
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- 2024-12-05 17:12
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Arts-Culture Korea Masters Association is at the center of traditional culture and innovation
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee Korea Masters Association (KMA) was established to preserve traditional Korean culture and arts, reinterpreting and developing them for modern times. The organization spreads the social value of traditional skills and arts through the discovery and support of masters, education, and promotion activities. The importance of preserving traditional culture and the role of Korea Masters Association Korea has a long history of developing traditional culture and technology, producing numerous masters. However, rapid modernization and industrialization have threatened to
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- 2024-12-05 15:08
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Diplomacy Woosong University, the Embassy of Italy hold joint culinary competition
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Department of Global Culinary Arts at Woosong University recently held the Alma Chef Competition. The event, which was held in collaboration with the Embassy of Italy in Korea and the Italian Trade Corporation in Korea, is part of the World Italian Food Week. Woosong University and Alma Culinary School signed a joint curriculum agreement in June and have been conducting active educational exchanges through local training and internships. The Department of Global Culinary Arts at Woosong University collaborated with ALMA, a leading Italian culinary school, t
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- 2024-12-04 15:16
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Local (Damwha Column 曇華風月) “Martial law for whom?”
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young On December 3, 2024, South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol's declaration of emergency martial law was a political self-inflicted measure. Despite the extreme measure of martial law, the National Assembly responded immediately to defend democracy. But this is not just a simple happening. It is time to soberly analyze the intentions of Yoon's government that shook the constitutional order and democracy. Martial law, an impractical gamble, and a shaky legitimacy President Yoon declared emergency martial law in the name of “protecting constitutional order,” but it
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- 2024-12-04 11:13
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Diplomacy President Yoon holds a summit with President of the Kyrgyz Republic Zaparov
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young President Yoon Suk-yeol held a summit with President Sadyr Japarov of the Kyrgyz Republic, who is on an official visit to South Korea, at the Yongsan presidential office on Dec. 3, 2024, and signed a joint statement to further develop bilateral relations. A total of 10 intergovernmental cooperation documents were signed in the presence of the two leaders. The Trade and Investment Promotion Framework (TIPF) Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy of Korea and the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Ky
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- 2024-12-03 16:52
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Diplomacy The 20th Korea-Middle East Cooperation Forum held in Seoul
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The 20th Korea-Middle East Cooperation Forum was held at the Shilla Hotel Seoul on Nov. 26, 2024. It was co-hosted by the Korea-Arab Society, the Jeju Peace Institute, and the Middle East Council on Global Affairs of the State of Qatar with the co-sponsorship of the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea and the State of Qatar. The Korea-Middle East Cooperation Forum is a 1.5-track event that has been held since 2003 to enhance mutual understanding and deepen practical cooperation between Korea and the Middle East. This year, the forum was atten
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- 2024-12-03 16:12
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Diplomacy The Philippines and ROK hold Third Maritime Dialogue in Incheon
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo In commemoration of the 75 years of diplomatic relations, the Philippines and the Republic of Korea (ROK) held their 3rd Maritime Dialogue in Incheon on Nov. 11, 2024, marking another significant step in strengthening their strategic partnership. The Maritime Dialogue was co-chaired by Assistant Secretary Marshall Louis Alferez of the Maritime and Oceans Affairs Office of the Department of Foreign Affairs and by Director General Kim Dong-Bae of the ASEAN and Southeast Asian Affairs Bureau of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. They were joined by Philippine Ambass
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- 2024-12-03 14:15
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Diplomacy Foreign Minister Cho attends 2nd G7 foreign ministers' meeting in Italy
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee Minister of Foreign Affairs Cho Tae-yul attended the Second Foreign Ministers' Meeting of the Group of Seven (G7) from November 25 to 26, which took place in Fiuggi, Italy, to have discussions on the situation in the Indo-Pacific region, including illegal military cooperation between Russia and North Korea, and diplomatic and security issues, as well as ways to strengthen the Korea-G7 cooperation. The foreign ministers of the G7 members and invited countries and representatives of invited international organizations discussed major foreign policy issues regarding
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- 2024-12-03 10:46
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Diplomacy Kazakhstan, South Korea strengthen enhanced strategic partnership
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu paid an official visit to the Republic of Korea on Nov. 3-5, 2024. During his visit, he was received by President Yoon Suk Yeol as part of the meeting with the heads of delegation to C5+K Forum. President Yoon emphasized the importance of enhancing multifaceted cooperation with Kazakhstan to strengthen strategic partnership. Murat Nurtleu noted that South Korea is an important partner, highlighting strong political and economic ties. At a meeting with South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul, Nurt
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- 2024-12-02 14:10
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Diplomacy Foreign Minister Cho meets with INC Chair Luis Vayas Valdivieso
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul, who is participating as the Korean government's lead representative in the fifth meeting of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5) to draft an international convention on plastic pollution, met with the Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), the Chair of the INC, and senior representatives from the United States, France, China, Micronesia, and other major countries to discuss the final issues and make efforts to reconcile differences on Dec. 1, 2024. The conference has been held since Novemb
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- 2024-12-02 12:08
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Ecuadorian National Day celebrated at a reception in Seoul
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Leaders of South Korea and Vietnam adopt joint statement
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Uzbek Amb. Abdusalomov attends a meeting with business people in Daejeon
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South Korea and Vietnam sign 52 MOUs for industrial cooperation
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President Lee holds a friendship event for Vietnam's top leader To Lam
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Foreign Minister Cho and U.S. Deputy Amb. Joseph Yun visit Ulsan Shipyard
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South Korea-India foreign ministers' meeting held in New Delhi
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Foreign Minister Cho and U.S. Deputy Amb. Joseph Yun visit Ulsan Shipyard
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Unification Minister Chung meets with Swedish Ambassador Karl-Olof Andersson
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President Lee holds a friendship event for Vietnam's top leader To Lam
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Pyeongtaek and Da Nang cities strengthen cooperation at Korea-Vietnam summit
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