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Diplomacy Kazakh Science and Education Minister Sayasat Nurbek visits to Korea
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, H.E. Mr. Sayasat Nurbek, paid a working visit to the Republic of Korea on September 10-11, 2025, further strengthening bilateral cooperation in science, education, and innovation, with particular emphasis on university partnerships and technological collaboration. While in Seoul, Minister Nurbek held a series of high-level meetings with key Korean officials and academic leaders. During the meeting with H.E. Mr. Bae Kyung-hoon, Minister of Science and ICT, Minister Nurbek shared his view
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- 2025-09-22 10:39
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Diplomacy Defense Minister Ahn meets with Chair of the NATO Military Committee
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Minister Ahn Gyu-back met with Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone, Chair of the NATO Military Committee, and expressed appreciation for NATO’s commitment to security on the Korean Peninsula and in the Indo-Pacific region on September 9. Minister Ahn expressed serious concern over the escalating tensions in the international security environment. He assessed that the connectivity of security between Europe and the Indo-Pacific region is increasing and emphasized the importance of cooperation with NATO. Chair Dragone agreed with Minister Ahn and expressed hope that su
- Lee 기자
- 2025-09-19 16:48
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Business Samsung, TELUS collaborate on Canada’s AI-powered RAN intelligent controller
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Samsung Electronics and TELUS announced on Sept. 18 that they will deploy Canada’s first commercial Radio Access Network Intelligent Controller (RIC), marking a significant milestone toward fully software-based, AI-powered networks. Samsung will provide its RIC solution, including open multi-vendor support and a rich suite of applications as part of Samsung CognitiV Network Operations Suite (NOS), to further enable intelligent automation, enhanced energy efficiency and optimized performance across TELUS’ wireless network. The RIC is a software-based component i
- Lee 기자
- 2025-09-19 16:30
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Diplomacy President Lee Jae-myung to attend UN General Assembly in New York
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo President Lee Jae-myung will visit New York, USA, from Sept. 22 to 26 to attend the 80th session of the UN General Assembly. On his first day of arrival, President Lee is scheduled to meet with Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, the world's largest asset management firm. During this meeting, they will discuss cooperation on artificial intelligence (AI) and energy transition. Subsequently, the President will meet with a delegation of U.S. House and Senate members and hold a meeting with Korean nationals. On the following day, the 23rd, President Lee will deliver a ke
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- 2025-09-19 15:52
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Business AMCHAM hosts the Healthcare Innovation Seminar 2025 in Seoul
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The American Chamber of Commerce in Korea (AMCHAM) hosted the Healthcare Innovation Seminar 2025 at the Seoul Shilla Hotel on September 18 under the theme “Proposal for the New Government - Driving Healthcare Innovation through Sustainable Regulatory Pathways.” The seminar brought together over 150 participants, including senior government officials from both Korea and the United States, global healthcare leaders, and industry experts, to discuss how Korea can accelerate healthcare innovation while ensuring sustainability in an aging society. Amid the inaugurat
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- 2025-09-19 15:11
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Arts-Culture Gyeongju celebrates APEC Summit with Seorabeol Pungnyu performance
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST), in collaboration with the Korean Traditional Performing Arts Foundation (KoTPA), is showcasing a special traditional arts performance event “Soerabeol Pungnyu,” featuring a total of 37 stage performances, in celebration of the 2025 APEC Summit from September 12 to October 29 across Korea’s premier historic-cultural city Gyeongju, including Gyochon Traditional Village, Yukbuchon, and Cheomseongdae Observatory. “Seorabeol Pungnyu” inherits the spirit of Eumseongseo, Korea’s first royal music institute. The perform
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-09-19 14:36
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Business Hanwha Aerospace signs a pact to supply K9 VIDAR Howitzers to Norway
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Hanwha Aerospace has signed a third contract with the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency (NDMA) for 24 additional K9 VIDAR Self-Propelled Howitzers on September 19, 2025. This follow-on order underscores the Norwegian Armed Forces' confidence in the K9 platform's proven performance and reliability. The contract was signed in Oslo in the presence of Son Jae-il, President and CEO of Hanwha Aerospace, and Norwegian officials including Ms. Gro Jære, Director General of the NDMA, Major General Lars Lervik, Chief of the Norwegian Army and Min-Jeong Seo, Ambassador of
- Lee 기자
- 2025-09-19 14:02
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Diplomacy Foreign Minister Cho holds talks with Belgian Deputy Prime Minister Prévot
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee Foreign Minister Cho Hyun held talks with Belgian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Affairs, and Development Cooperation Maxime Prévot, who is visiting South Korea from September 17-18, 2025, on September 18. They exchanged views on high-level exchanges, practical cooperation, and regional and international affairs. Minister Cho noted that this meeting was his first bilateral meeting with a European country since taking office and that it was particularly timely given that it marked the first bilateral visit by a Belgian Foreign Mini
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-09-19 11:23
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Diplomacy President Lee Jae-myung meets with Prof. Michael Sandel of Harvard University
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young President Lee Jae-myung met with Professor Michael Sandel of Harvard University, author of “"Justice: What's the Right Thing to Do?" in his office on September 18. President Lee, who had previously engaged in a video discussion with Professor Sandel on ‘Justice and Fairness’ during his 2021 presidential campaign, met with him again after about four years to exchange views on ‘Democracy and Peaceful Coexistence’. President Lee emphasized that Professor Sandel's concepts of a just society and peace dividends hold particular significance for the Korean people, n
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- 2025-09-19 10:41
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Business LG Electronics announces partnership with the National Gallery in London
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo LG Electronics announced a new multi-year deal with the National Gallery in London to become the institution’s Modern and Contemporary Art Partner on Sept. 17. As part of this role, LG will support the National Gallery’s current and upcoming projects with leading artists, continuing its rich artistic tradition. The National Gallery is committed to presenting contemporary art in dynamic conversation with the historic collection through its artist residencies, artist conversations and artist commissions. The new partnership with the National Gallery builds on LG’
- Lee 기자
- 2025-09-18 16:54
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Local Eco-friendly Hangang Bus launches its regular service in Seoul
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Seoul’s new eco-friendly Hangang Bus officially launched its regular service with its inaugural voyage at 11 AM on Sept. 18, covering a 28.9-km route with seven piers: Magok, Mangwon, Yeouido, Oksu, Apgujeong, Ttukseom, and Jamsil, the Seoul Metropolitan Government (SMG) announced The ferry service will kick off with a total of eight vessels. As Korea’s first waterborne public transportation system, the city has carefully designed the initial phase with safety and service quality in mind. From launch, services will run daily from 11 AM to 9:37 PM (based on arri
- Lee 기자
- 2025-09-18 16:40
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Arts-Culture Byeoksachobuljeongsa Temple opens a new chapter with the ‘Diplomatic Art Center’
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee Nestled within the embrace of a mountain temple bathed in sunset light in Miwon-myeon, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju City, Chungcheongbuk-do, Byeoksachobuljeongsa Temple opens the door to a new era on October 1. The Diplomatic Art Center, opening on the temple's first floor, is a stage for cultural diplomacy where the spirit of Buddhism, the fragrance of art, and international diplomacy converge. Records of peace with the world The opening commemorative exhibition at the Diplomatic Art Center begins with an international photography exhibition featuring 20 countries. Sce
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-09-18 16:04
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Diplomacy Acting US Amb. Yun says, “ROK-U.S. leaders to meet at Gyeongju APEC”
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Joseph Yun, U.S. Chargé d'Affaires to the Republic of Korea, stated on September 17 that the leaders of South Korea and the United States will meet at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit in Gyeongju. Ambassador Yun, speaking at the ‘Korea-U.S. Alliance Conference’ held at the Westin Chosun Hotel in Jung-gu, Seoul, said in his keynote address, “The leaders of Korea and the U.S. held a successful summit last month,” adding, “And they will also meet at APEC in Gyeongju.” He emphasized, “The Korea-U.S. alliance is stronger than ever, from the top le
- Lee 기자
- 2025-09-18 14:39
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Business Lotte Shopping unveils Southeast Asia strategy in Singapore
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Lotte Shopping Co. hosted its 2025 CEO IR Day at The Westin Singapore on September 17 for the third consecutive year, reinforcing its long-term commitment to Southeast Asia expansion, AI transformation, and shareholder value. The event followed the company's annual CEO IR Day held in Seoul on September 15 and investor meetings in Hong Kong on September 16. This year's Singapore session brought together a large gathering of institutional investors, asset managers, and analysts. At the event, Vice Chairman and Group CEO of Lotte Retail, Samuel Sanghyun Kim addres
- Lee 기자
- 2025-09-18 14:01
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Diplomacy DPM Koo meets with Japanese Ambassador to Korea Koichi Mizushima
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance Koo Yun-cheol met with Japanese Ambassador to Korea Koichi Mizushima at the Government Complex-Seoul on September 16. The two sides discussed ways to enhance bilateral economic cooperation and strengthen policy coordination. DPM Koo expressed his appreciation for Ambassador Mizushima’s congratulatory remarks on his inauguration and conveyed his hope that the two neighboring countries would engage in more frequent communication. He also noted that the Korea-Japan summit held on August 23 served as a succe
- Lee 기자
- 2025-09-18 11:35
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Spouses of foreign ambassadors to Korea experience Korean culture
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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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Jeungpyeong County signs MOU on smart agriculture with China's Guannan County
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Samsung joins hands with GRAIL to bring the cancer early detection test to Asia
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National Art Museum of Belarus hosts K-Minwha Invitational Exhibition
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[Special Column] Cambodia, a Buddhist nation: The land of compassion became a den of crime
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ICCK to hold the Diwali Ball 2025 event in Seoul on Dec. 5
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German Ambassador to Korea Schmidt visits Goseong County
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U.S. Acting Ambassador to South Korea Joseph Yun to be replaced
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Jeungpyeong County signs MOU on smart agriculture with China's Guannan County
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