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Local Couple Chooses Well for Village in Myanmar over Big Wedding Celebration
Diplomacy Journal David Kendall | The story of a couple who donated a well instead of holding a wedding ceremony is touching hearts. International relief and development NGO WorldShare announced that the couple Seo Hanna and Ryu Hyun (both 33) donated 5 million won of their wedding funds instead of holding a wedding ceremony. The donation was used to install a well in a stilt house slum community in Hmaubi Township, Myanmar. The two met while majoring in social welfare at university. As they prepared for marriage, they contemplated a "meaningful beginning" and chose sponsorship instead of a we
- David Kendall 기자
- 2026-01-22 16:38
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Business BAVIK Hosts 2026 New Year Event, Beginning New Chapter in Korea-Vietnam Economic Cooperation
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee | The Korean-Vietnamese Business Association (BAVIK) held its New Year event on January 25, bringing together major business leaders from both Korea and Vietnam. The event was organized by Jeon Yong-heon, Chairman of the Korea-Vietnam Forum, and was particularly notable for the large attendance of young Vietnamese entrepreneurs, creating a warm and friendly atmosphere. Vietnamese attendees included Vietnam’s Ambassador to Korea Vu Ho, BAVIK Chairman Dao Tuan Hong, Vice Chairman Nguyen Viet Phong, and Vice President Won Jeong-min. Tran Khanh Van, Vietnam News Agen
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- 2026-01-28 12:24
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Diplomacy Support for the development of ultra-gap technologies through innovation-based projects worth KRW 268.5 billion
Diplomacy Journal shJung | The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy will implement an industrial infrastructure development project worth KRW 268.5 billion this year to support the development and rapid commercialization of ultra-gap technologies through facility and equipment construction projects. This is the largest-ever initiative, and it aims to support the technological independence and competitiveness of our industries amidst the rapidly evolving global technological competition. The Industrial Equipment Installation Project supports equipment needed for testing, evaluation, certifica
- shJung 기자
- 2026-01-27 18:34
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Diplomacy Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance and Economy Koo Yoon-chul visits a next-generation power (energy) semiconductor site that will transform industrial competitiveness, including electric vehicles and AI data centers.
Diplomacy Journal shJung 기자 | On the 23rd, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance and Economy Koo Yoon-chul visited DB HiTek, a next-generation power semiconductor company located in Eumseong, North Chungcheong Province, to inspect the foundry site and hold a meeting with employees. Next-generation power semiconductors are power semiconductors (converting, controlling, and distributing power to devices) that utilize materials (SiC (silicon carbide) and GaN (gallium nitride)) that dramatically reduce power consumption and heat generation compared to Si (silicon), and are essential for us
- shJung 기자
- 2026-01-25 16:22
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Global Uzbekistan – Turkey: The Practical Phase of Cooperation in the Forestry Sector
Diplomacy Journal David Kendall | Today, one of the priority areas of state policy in Uzbekistan is focused on expanding forested areas, increasing green coverage, mitigating the negative impacts of climate change, and ensuring environmental sustainability. To achieve effective results in these areas, studying advanced foreign experience and adapting it to the country’s climatic conditions is of particular importance. In this context, the participation of a delegation of representatives of the Forestry Agency under the National Committee on Ecology and Climate Change of Uzbekistan in a trainin
- David Kendall 기자
- 2026-01-26 17:14
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Diplomacy Gaza-focused ‘Board of Peace" Membership Slowly Ticks Upward
Diplomacy Journal David Kendall 기자 | On January 19, Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs released the following statement: “The government of the Republic of Korea welcomes the United States’ recent announcement of the launch of Phase Two of the Gaza Peace Plan as well as the formation of the Board of Peace and the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG). The ROK government appreciates President Trump’s initiative in advancing peace in Gaza, along with the efforts of mediators including Qatar, Egypt, and Türkiye. “The government hopes that the parties thoroughly and swiftly imp
- David Kendall 기자
- 2026-01-27 15:13
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Arts-Culture The Stage for Winter Paralympic Sports, The 23rd National Paralympic Winter Games Open
Diplomacy Journal shJung | The Paralympic Winter Games, where athletes with disabilities can compete for their dreams and skills, will be held in Gangwon Province. This Paralympic Winter Games is sponsored by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, organized by the Korea Paralympic Committee, and hosted by the Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province. It will run from January 27th to 30th. A total of 1,127 athletes from 17 cities and provinces will compete in seven sports. Cross-country skiing, biathlon, alpine skiing, and snowboarding events will be held at the Pyeongchang Alpensia Biathl
- shJung 기자
- 2026-01-26 18:10
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Arts-Culture DMG Patents “K-minhwa” and “K-graphy” to Identify and Protect Korea’s Intellectual Property
Diplomacy Journal David Kendall | On January 23, 2026, Damhwa Media Group, parent company of Diplomacy Journal, filed patent applications with the Korean Intellectual Property Office for the brands "K-minhwa" and "K-graphy." Beyond simple trademark protection, the filing represents the first official branding of uniquely Korean art and brush cultures. "K-minhwa" and "K-graphy" are already the mastheads of Damhwa publications and organizations as well as terms that have entered cultural discourse. The patent registration, however, is not merely about protecting media titles. The core message is
- David Kendall 기자
- 2026-01-26 15:52
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Diplomacy Kazakh Ambassador and Chungbuk Governor Strengthen Ties
Diplomacy Journal David Kendall | Nurgali Arystanov, Kazakhstan's ambassador to South Korea, met with Chungcheongbuk-do Governor Kim Young-hwan in Cheongju on January 20 to discuss ways to advance regional cooperation between their respective states. During the meeting, both sides broadly reviewed cooperation plans across trade, economics, culture, and humanitarian fields. In particular, they agreed that exchanges and tourism cooperation between the two countries are seeing positive developments. Chungcheongbuk-do is considered one of Korea's most dynamically developing regions, with high pote
- David Kendall 기자
- 2026-01-26 17:30
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Diplomacy Indian Tricolor Lights Up the Han River to Commemorate India’s 77th Republic Day
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee | On the occasion of the 77th Republic Day of India, Ambassador Gourangalal DAS hosted a reception on January 26, 2026, at Sebitseom, the cluster of small man-made islands beside Seoul’s Banpo-daegyo Bridge. The event was graced by the guest of honor, H.E. Deputy Minister for Public Diplomacy, Mr. Lim Sang-woo, from Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The celebration drew approximately 500 distinguished guests, including members of the National Assembly, various diplomatic missions, business leaders, and academia. Cultural figures and representatives from the In
- 관리자 기자
- 2026-01-28 15:10
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Global Diplomacy through Education Professionals Blossoming in Uzbekistan
Diplomacy Journal David Kendall | The Teachers' International Education Cooperation Society (TIES) visited Uzbekistan's Fergana region from January 12 to 16 to conduct practical exchanges with local educational institutions. The aim is a new model of international education cooperation led directly by teachers, going beyond simple overseas training. TIES is an international education cooperation network centered on pre-service, in-service, and retired teachers that has continued global citizenship education and education development cooperation activities in Nepal, Indonesia, Laos, Thailand, a
- David Kendall 기자
- 2026-01-26 10:44
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Arts-Culture At 103, Master Calligrapher Nam Sang-jun Refuses to Put Down His Brush
Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young | When someone wakes up at age 103, the day is normally a quiet one. A quiet day can still be productive; one such centenarian routinely reaches for a writing brush. Born in 1923, Master Nam Sang-jun has lived as a hyeokpil (leather brush) calligrapher for over 60 years since studying under Master Dong Ji-seong in 1961. The hyeokpil held in his fingertips is not limited to Hangeul. It embraces Chinese characters and even extends to the Roman letters of English. He teaches his disciples not just how to wield a leather brush when writing art, but also how to make
- David Kendall 기자
- 2026-01-28 15:50
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Business Samsung Electronics to Distribute 1.3 Trillion Won in Q4 Special Dividends
Samsung Electronics will distribute 1.3 trillion won in special dividends based on its fourth-quarter 2025 results. The move further strengthens the company's shareholder return policy in conjunction with the implementation of the separate taxation system for dividend income, and satisfies the government's requirements for listed companies that are designated "high-dividend" providers. Samsung Electronics announced through a disclosure on January 29 that "in accordance with our 2024–2026 shareholder return policy, we have decided on a Q4 special dividend in addition to our regular quarterly di
- David Kendall 기자
- 2026-01-29 11:33
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Local Korean and Japanese Think Tanks Team Up to Combat Rural Depopulation
Diplomacy Journal David Kendall 기자 | January 23, 2026 -- The Korea Research Institute for Local Administration (KRILA), a 40-year-old policy research institute held a Korea-Japan seminar—"Understanding Hometown Love Donation Systems and Their Implications"—on Thursday, January 22, in collaboration with Japan's Mitsubishi Research Institute (三菱総合研究所) and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. The seminar featured presentations on "Performance and Challenges in Operating the Hometown Love Donation System" by Associate Research Fellows Yoo Bo-ram and Jeon Young-joon from KRILA's Hometown Love Researc
- David Kendall 기자
- 2026-01-26 13:03
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Global Oman Offers New Tourism Opportunities to Korean Travel Agencies
In a new step to strengthen its presence in global tourism markets, the Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism and in cooperation with the Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in Seoul, hosted representatives from leading Korean travel agencies as part of an exceptional familiarization tour held from 15 to 22 January 2026. The tour provided representatives of Hana Tour, Mode Tour, Very Good Tour, MyRealTrip, and Yanatrip with a unique opportunity to discover the diversity of Oman’s tourism product, which combines cultural authenticity, stunning natural landscapes, a
- David Kendall 기자
- 2026-01-29 10:57
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Damhwapungwol (曇華風月): ‘A Heart That Knows Shame Protects the World’
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Couple Chooses Well for Village in Myanmar over Big Wedding Celebration
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BAVIK Hosts 2026 New Year Event, Beginning New Chapter in Korea-Vietnam Economic Cooperation
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Support for the development of ultra-gap technologies through innovation-based projects worth KRW 268.5 billion
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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance and Economy Koo Yoon-chul visits a next-generation power (energy) semiconductor site that will transform industrial competitiveness, including electric vehicles and AI data centers.
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Uzbekistan – Turkey: The Practical Phase of Cooperation in the Forestry Sector
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2026-01-29 14:39
U.S. Embassy Kicks Off Events Commemorating 250th Anniversary of American Independence
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2026-01-29 11:33
Samsung Electronics to Distribute 1.3 Trillion Won in Q4 Special Dividends
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2026-01-29 10:57
Oman Offers New Tourism Opportunities to Korean Travel Agencies
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2026-01-28 15:50
At 103, Master Calligrapher Nam Sang-jun Refuses to Put Down His Brush
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Indian Tricolor Lights Up the Han River to Commemorate India’s 77th Republic Day
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