By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The following article was contributed by Rahmonov Sirojiddin, senior specialist at the Center for the Study of Transport and Logistics Development Problems at the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Uzbekistan, to the Diplomacy Journal for publication through the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Seoul. –Ed. Uzbekistan and Mongolia, two landlocked countries in Central and East Asia respectively, have been actively developing cooperation in transportation and logistics in recent years. Historically, direct links between them have been underdeveloped due to geographi
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo On June 24-25, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev will pay a state visit to Mongolia. Diplomatic relations between Uzbekistan and Mongolia were established on January 25, 1992. Since then, bilateral dialogue has steadily progressed, demonstrating a mutual interest in strengthening friendly ties, political understanding, and expanding multifaceted cooperation. Over the past decades, the two sides have cultivated stable relations founded on respect for sovereignty, equality, and the absence of political contradictions. Recent years have witnessed an inten
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Embassy of the Republic of Belarus in the Republic of Korea held an event dedicated to the Day of Remembrance of the Victims of the Great Patriotic War and the Genocide of the Belarusian People, co-organized by the South Korean news media Diplomacy Journal on June 20, 2025. In his opening remarks, the Ambassador of the Republic of Belarus to the Republic of Korea Andrew Chernetsky pointed out the need to defend the historical truth about the crimes of Nazi Germany against the Belarusian population and the peoples of the former Soviet republics, to preserve
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Embassy of India and the Korean Yoga Association (KYA) jointly organized the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDoY) event at the iconic Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on June 21, 2025. With the Gyeongbok Palace providing a magnificent backdrop, the Yoga event drew in over 700 yoga practitioners, both Korean friends and members of the Indian diaspora. Several dignitaries and members of the diplomatic corps joined the event. Ambassador Amit Kumar noted the growing popularity of Yoga in ROK, thanked KYA and other local partners for their efforts in promoting Yoga
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo “The Philippines and Korea have stood side by side as allies in times of adversity and as partners in progress. The Korea-Philippines partnership has now matured into a strategic partnership grounded in shared values, mutual respect, and a vision for a prosperous, sustainable, peaceful, and inclusive future,” said Amb. Theresa Dizon-de Vega of the Philippines in Seoul on June 23, 2025. Delivering a speech at a reception on the occasion of the 127th anniversary of Philippine Independence and 76th anniversary of Philippines-Korea Relations held at Four Seasons Ho
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo “Ecuador is truly a gem in the heart of South America and offers an incredible variety of attractions that appeal to all kinds of travelers. Whether you are drawn to tropical beaches, majestic mountains, rich rainforests, or unique islands, Ecuador has it all—often described as offering four worlds,” said Ambassador Patricio Esteban Troya Suárez of Ecuador to South Korea on June 23. In an exclusive interview with the Diplomacy Journal held at the Embassy of Ecuador in Jongno-gu, Seoul, Amb. Suarez said, “The coastal region is a tropical paradise with stunning b
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI), led by President & CEO Marie Antonia von Schönburg, hosted a high-level German delegation focused on smart welfare, senior housing, and healthcare from June 15 to 18, 2025. The visit aimed at fostering cooperation and technology exchange in smart welfare, senior housing, and healthcare, key sectors addressing the challenges of aging populations in both Korea and Germany. Organized by Germany’s Smart Living & Health Center e.V., the delegation included 22 leading experts and executives from Germ
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Daewoo E&C Chairman Jeong Won-ju visited Mozambique in Africa to meet with Mozambique's President Daniel Francisco Chapo and discuss current issues, the company said on June 19. During his visit to Maputo, the capital of Mozambique, on June 18, Chairman Jeong stated, “We have experience contributing to the economic development of African countries through projects such as the Botswana-Zambia Kazungula Bridge and the Ethiopia Highway Project.” He added, “I hope that Daewoo Engineering & Construction will contribute to Mozambique's leap forward as a globa
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo H.S. Cho, Vice Chairman of HS Hyosung and current Chair of the APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC), presided over the second ABAC meeting of 2025 held in Toronto, Canada, from May 23 to 26 (local time). As Chair, Cho led key discussions focused on enhancing international cooperation amid increasing global trade uncertainties. Over the course of the four-day event, Cho chaired five working group sessions covering core areas of economic collaboration. The meeting opened with the ABAC Chair’s meeting and a welcome dinner for council members on the 23rd, and conc
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The American Chamber of Commerce in Korea, led by AMCHAM Chairman and CEO James Kim, successfully concluded its four-day Washington Doorknock visit, held from July 9 to 12, 2025, the AMCHAM said on June 17. Led by AMCHAM Chairman & CEO James Kim, the high-level delegation engaged in a robust series of close to 40 meetings with senior U.S. government officials of the Trump administration, members of Congress, and leading policy institutions to advance key economic priorities in the U.S.-Korea partnership. During the visit, AMCHAM conveyed a strong message of
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Ahead of the 2025 APEC Summit, H.E. Pg Hjh Nooriyah PLW Pg Hj Yussof, Brunei's Ambassador to South Korea, made an official visit to Gyeongju on June 17. This visit was conducted to inspect the preparation status for the summit as an APEC member country and to explore practical exchange and cooperation measures with Gyeongju, the host city. Ambassador Nooriyah Yussof and her delegation visited the Gyeongju Hwabaek International Convention Center (HICO), Bulguksa Temple, the National Gyeongju Museum, and major accommodation facilities, among other key APEC-relate
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo President Lee Jae-myung stated during a summit meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer that he hopes it will be “a good opportunity to strengthen the cooperative relationship between the two countries.” President Lee, who is visiting Canada for the G7 Summit, made the statement during a meeting with Prime Minister Starmer on the afternoon of June 17 (local time). President Lee said, “I hope this will be a good opportunity to further strengthen the existing cooperative relationship between the UK and South Korea,” adding, “I think there needs to be more
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo “This year we solemnly celebrate the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s permanent Neutrality, a cornerstone of peace and diplomacy, now further honored by the proclamation of 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust. In this spirit, we look forward for the participation of a high-level delegation from the Republic of Korea in the forthcoming high-level forum dedicated to above-mentioned occasions, to be convened on December 12, 2025, in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan,” said H.E. Begench Durdyyev, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Kor
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo A delegation from Gyeongsangnam-do Province, led by Governor Park Wan-soo, officially visited Pomeranian Voivodeship (province), Poland, on June 13 (local time) and signed an agreement to strengthen exchange and cooperation between the two regions. This visit was carried out to further solidify the ongoing exchange and cooperative relationship between Gyeongnam Province and Pomeranian Voivodeship and to promote mutual development in various fields such as economy, culture, and education. During his meeting with Deputy Prime Minister Marcin Skwierawski and Deput
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo President Lee Jae-myung will visit Canada for three days and one night starting on June 16 to attend the G7 summit. This will be his first overseas visit in about 10 days since taking office. National Security Advisor Wi Sung-lac explained the significance of President Lee's attendance at the G7 Summit and the main schedule during a briefing on the morning of June 15. Wi said, “This schedule began with Canada's invitation to South Korea, demonstrating that the G7 has high expectations for South Korea, an economic powerhouse that has shown the strength of democr