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Global 3-nation joint statement on North Korean information technology workers
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee South Korea, the United States, and Japan issued a joint statement expressing concern over the malicious activities of North Korean information technology personnel and pledging to strengthen countermeasures, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Aug. 27. North Korea continues to dispatch its IT workers around the world to generate revenue, which funds its unlawful weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and ballistic missile programs, in violation of UN Security Council resolutions (UNSCRs). Japan, the United States, and the Republic of Korea express serious concern
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-08-29 14:25
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Diplomacy Defense Minister Ahn emphasizes US Congress’s support for ROK-US alliance
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back met with members of the US House of Representatives visiting Korea and emphasized the importance of strong congressional support for the development of the ROK-US Alliance. On the afternoon of August 14, Minister Ahn met with Representatives Richard McCormick and Beth Van Duyne of the US House of Representatives at the Defense Ministry in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, to discuss ways to further develop the ROK-US Alliance and address security circumstances on the Korean Peninsula. Minister Ahn stated, “As a member of the National Defense Comm
- Lee 기자
- 2025-08-28 16:34
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Arts-Culture [Publisher Damwha Column] “Visa-free entry for Chinese tourists and tax-funded tourism subsidies are gambling”
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young The central government and some local governments are expanding visa-free entry for Chinese tourists and even offering subsidies funded by taxes to attract more Chinese tourists. While citing the recovery of the tourism industry post-COVID-19 as justification, this amounts to nothing more than reckless gambling using local finances as collateral. China has long been central to Korea's tourism market, and visa-free expansion could temporarily inject vitality into aviation, lodging, and food services. However, increased tourist numbers do not automatically tran
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- 2025-08-27 15:38
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Business President Lee presents vision for Korea-U.S. Manufacturing Renaissance
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young President Lee Jae-myung attended the ‘Korea-U.S. Business Roundtable- Manufacturing Renaissance Partnership’ held at a hotel in Washington D.C., U.S., on August 25 (local time), the Presidential Office announced. Held to coincide with President Lee's first visit to the U.S., the event was attended by 16 prominent Korean business leaders with significant cooperative ties to the U.S. across various sectors. They included Ryu Jin, Chairman of the Korea Economic Association; Lee Jae-yong, Chairman of Samsung Electronics; Chey Tae-won, Chairman of SK; Chung Eui-su
- 이존영 기자
- 2025-08-27 10:55
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Business AMCHAM and PTC sign MOU to accelerate smart manufacturing in Korea
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The American Chamber of Commerce in Korea signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Aug. 26 with PTC to accelerate smart manufacturing innovation and promote the wider adoption of U.S.-developed industrial technologies in Korea, as part of AMCHAM’s ongoing “Buy America” campaign. The signing ceremony, held at the Conrad Seoul Hotel, was attended by James Heller, Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul. His presence underscored the strategic significance of the partnership in deepening bilateral economic cooperation through digital transformation
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-08-28 16:07
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Business Merger of Hyundai Heavy Ind. and Hyundai Mipo to drive K-shipbuilding
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) announced on Aug. 27 that it is pursuing restructuring of its shipbuilding business to enhance global competitiveness and expand orders in Korea’s shipbuilding and defense sectors, as the MASGA project is set to go into full swing. On the 27th, HD KSOE, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI), and HD Hyundai Mipo (HMD) each held board meetings, where HHI and HMD approved a merger agenda. Following an extraordinary general meeting and merger review process, the two companies will relaunch this December as the
- Lee 기자
- 2025-08-28 15:38
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Business KGCCI holds half-year economic outlook 2025
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI, President & CEO Marie Antonia von Schönburg), in cooperation with the Gwangju Free Economic Zone Authority, held the KGCCI Half-Year Economic Outlook 2025 on August 28 at the Four Seasons Hotel. The event, organized to provide exclusive insights into the developments of Korean-German business relations in these challenging times, drew the participation of more than 80 key officials, business leaders and experts from Korean and German companies and institutions. Speakers included Joern Beissert, Depu
- Lee 기자
- 2025-08-29 13:48
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Business Samsung to showcase new A-65% Bespoke AI Washer
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Samsung Electronics today announced it will be unveiling its latest laundry innovations at IFA 2025 in Berlin, including the new Bespoke AI Washer with A-65% energy efficiency and the second-generation Bespoke AI Laundry Combo. These new models demonstrate Samsung’s ongoing commitment to delivering energy savings, intelligent features and stylish designs that align with the evolving needs of users around the world. “With the new A-65% washer, Samsung has pushed the boundaries of convenience and energy efficiency once again,” said Jeong Seung Moon, EVP and Head
- Lee 기자
- 2025-08-28 14:32
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Diplomacy Prime Minister Kim attends the 2025 World Climate Industry EXPO
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young The 2025 World Climate Industry EXPO (WCE) opened on August 27 in Busan, Korea. This large-scale international event is co-hosted by the Korean government, the International Energy Agency (IEA), and the World Bank (WB) as the flagship of Energy Super Week, held from August 25 to 29. The expo features exhibitions, 12 conferences, and nearly 60 side events and programs under the theme, “Energy for AI & AI for Energy.” The opening ceremony brought together more than 1,000 participants, including the IEA Executive Director and WB Vice President. Alongside maj
- 이존영 기자
- 2025-08-29 15:57
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Business Hyundai Motor presents hydrogen vision for energy transition at CEM16
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Hyundai Motor Group demonstrated its global hydrogen leadership at the 16th Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM16) held in Busan, reinforcing the Group’s commitment to advancing hydrogen innovation on an international stage. During CEM16, the Group actively participated in two high-level dialogues, sharing perspectives on industrial decarbonization, energy efficiency and the role of hydrogen as a future energy source. By engaging with global leaders, including ministerial delegations from member countries and key representatives from international organizations, the
- Lee 기자
- 2025-08-29 16:40
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Diplomacy President Lee and First Lady Kim visit Seo Jae-pil Memorial Hall in Philadelphia
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young President Lee Jae-myung and First Lady Kim Hye-kyung visited the Seo Jae-pil Memorial Hall (Chairman Choi Jeong-su, Seo Jae-pil Memorial Foundation) in Philadelphia, USA, on August 27. They toured the memorial hall facilities and encouraged foundation officials. The Seo Jae-pil Memorial Hall was established in 1990 to widely promote Dr. Seo Jae-pil's (1977, Grand Order of Merit for National Foundationr) noble achievements and spirit of patriotism and devotion to his people within American society. The Seo Jae-pil Memorial Foundation purchased the house where
- 이존영 기자
- 2025-08-29 11:45
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Diplomacy Seoul Mayor Oh meets with Bogotá Mayor Carlos Fernando Galan
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon met with Carlos Fernando Galan, Mayor of Bogotá, Colombia, on August 26 in his office at Seoul City Hall to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation between the two cities. Seoul and Bogotá have maintained friendly relations for over 40 years since establishing a sister city relationship in 1982, actively exchanging expertise particularly in transportation sectors such as BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) card systems. During the meeting, Mayor Oh listened to Bogotá's subway construction plans and remarked, “The ‘screen doors’ have been the most signif
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-08-27 14:38
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Business Samsung celebrates 40 years of appliance innovation at IFA 2025
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The appliance innovation legacy of Samsung Electronics extends from microwave ovens with TVs and talking refrigerators to IoT-enabled refrigerators. These appliances have steadily evolved into today’s Bespoke AI lineup — products that understand users and provide personalized solutions. Under the theme “AI Home: Future Living, Now,” Samsung will present an advanced AI Home experience1 at IFA 2025, Europe’s largest home appliance exhibition, taking place in Berlin from September 5-9. As the event draws nearer, Samsung Newsroom is taking a closer look at the comp
- Lee 기자
- 2025-08-29 14:48
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Diplomacy Unification Minister Jeong meets with Chinese ambassador Dai Bing
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Unification Minister Jeong Dong-young met with Chinese Ambassador to South Korea Dai Bing at the Seoul Government Complex on August 27 and exchanged views on bilateral relations and Korean Peninsula issues, the Ministry of Unification announced. Minister Jeong urged Ambassador Dai to develop more mature bilateral relations, taking advantage of the upcoming APEC summit in Gyeongju. He specifically explained the South Korean government's policy framework for inter-Korean trust-building and peaceful coexistence on the Korean Peninsula, emphasizing China's construc
- Lee 기자
- 2025-08-28 13:19
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Arts-Culture Culture Minister Chae chairs the 2025 APEC dialogue on cultural industries
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST), led by Minister Chae Hwi-young, hosted the inaugural 2025 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) High-Level Dialogue on Cultural and Creative Industries (CCIs) in Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do province, from August 26 to 28. The High-Level Dialogue on Cultural and Creative Industries marks the first ministerial-level meeting held under the APEC forum with participation from its 21 member economies, which implies its significance for acknowledging cultural and creative industries as vital drivers of the economy. T
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-08-29 15:16
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President Lee holds first phone call with Tajikistan President Rahmon
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[Park Dong-chang's Barefoot Walking Column 1] Barefoot walking, the elixir of good health and longevity, the dream of saving humanity
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Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries held in Turkmenistan
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[Shin Hyang-sik Column] A glass of water before making love, a promise to protect life
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KGCCI unites 700 Korean-German participants for “Guide Walkers” event
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South Korea-US summit ends... Tense start, smiling finish
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HS Hyosung awards scholarships to students in Alabama, the US
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2025-08-29 16:40
Hyundai Motor presents hydrogen vision for energy transition at CEM16
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2025-08-29 15:57
Prime Minister Kim attends the 2025 World Climate Industry EXPO
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Culture Minister Chae chairs the 2025 APEC dialogue on cultural industries
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Samsung celebrates 40 years of appliance innovation at IFA 2025
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