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Diplomacy Tajikistan Embassy holds an event to celebrate the Independence Day in Seoul
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Embassy of Tajikistan in Seoul hosted a celebration for the country's 34th Independence Day on September 12, 2025. The event brought together Tajik citizens living and studying in the Republic of Korea, as well as Korean friends. In his address, Ambassador Salohiddin Kirom congratulated his compatriots and highlighted the country's progress under President Emomali Rahmon's leadership. He stated that Tajikistan is "moving with firm steps towards its bright and prosperous future, in step with other developed countries." The Ambassador also noted Tajikistan's
- Lee 기자
- 2025-09-15 10:58
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Diplomacy Defense Minister Ahn meets with U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Paparo
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee Minister of National Defense Ahn Kyu-baek met with Commander Samuel J. Paparo of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command at the Ministry of National Defense in Yongsan on September 14, 2025, and discussed the security situation on the Korean Peninsula and ways to develop the ROK-U.S. alliance. Minister Ahn acknowledged that the Indo-Pacific Command plays a pivotal role in safeguarding not only the security of the Korean Peninsula but also the peace and stability of the entire Indo-Pacific region. He emphasized that the Command's importance is particularly significant as it
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-09-15 16:09
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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 Korea-Arab Society Seminar held to seek Korea-Middle East cooperation
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Korea-Arab Society co-hosted a seminar titled “Why Our Future Lies in the Middle East?” with the National Assembly's Global Diplomacy and Security Forum on September 11 at the National Assembly Members' Office Building in Yeoui-do, Seoul. Sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the seminar focused on discussing Korea-Middle East cooperation strategies in the core future industries of AI, hydrogen, and defense. Approximately 100 participants attended, including National Assembly members, the Arab diplomatic corps in Korea, business leaders, and student
- Lee 기자
- 2025-09-15 14:49
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Business AMCHAM hosts roundtable with Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The American Chamber of Commerce in Korea (AMCHAM) hosted an exclusive closed-door roundtable on September 14 with Christopher Landau, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, during his first official visit to Seoul as Deputy Secretary. Held at the Grand Hyatt Seoul, the meeting brought together senior executives from leading U.S. and Korean companies across industries including automotive, airlines, healthcare, ICT and digital services, and steel. With Korean investments in the United States continuing to grow, participants engaged in candid discussions on strengtheni
- Lee 기자
- 2025-09-15 16:52
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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 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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Diplomacy Turkiye Fountain from Korea’s brother nation flows again in Olympic Park
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Seoul Olympic Memorial Korea Sports Promotion Foundation (KSPO), led by Chairman Ha Hyung-joo, held a reoperation ceremony on September 16, 2025 for the fountain donated by Korea’s brother nation, Turkiye, during the 1988 Seoul Olympics. Held near the Turkiye Fountain in Olympic Park, the event was attended by Chairman Ha Hyung-joo; Ambassador Salih Murat Tamer of the Republic of Turkiye to the Republic of Korea; Songpa-gu Mayor Seo Kang-seok; Songpa Forum Chairman Hong Jae-sung; Kim Yong-jong, Superintendent General of the Songpa Police Station; Kim Na-mi,
- Lee 기자
- 2025-09-17 11:18
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Diplomacy The Dominican Republic–Korea Business Forum to be held in Seoul
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo The Dominican Republic–Korea Business Forum: Strategic Horizons – Exploring a Land of Opportunities for Korean Companies in the Dominican Republic, will be held on September 22, 2025, at the VOCO Myeongdong Hotel, Seoul, the Embassy of the Dominican Republic said. This high-level forum will serve as a platform to strengthen trade and investment ties between our two nations, bringing together Korean entrepreneurs, investors, and decision-makers with leading Dominican representatives. The program will include a keynote address by Mrs. Biviana Riveiro, Executive D
- Lee 기자
- 2025-09-17 16:33
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Diplomacy Korea to extend Dongmyeong and Hanbit Unit deployments to UN
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The Ministry of Foreign Affairs convened the 2025 meeting of the “Council on Policies on UN Peacekeeping Operations (PKO),” chaired by Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Kim Jina on September 11. The meeting was attended by relevant agencies involved in UN peacekeeping operations, including the Ministry of National Defense, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Ministry of the Interior and Safety, and the Korean National Police Agency. Pursuant to Article 16 of the “Act on Participation in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations,” the PKO Policy Council was established und
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-09-15 13:56
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Diplomacy Journalists from China’s major media outlets to visit South Korea
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Kap-soo Journalists from major media outlets in China will visit the Republic of Korea (ROK) from September 15 to 18 as part of the ROK and Chinese Foreign Ministries’ “program for exchange between ROK and Chinese journalists.” The delegation will be composed of journalists from China’s major media outlets, including Xinhua News Agency, CCTV, People’s Daily, and Global Times. During their stay in Seoul, the Chinese journalists will attend dinner events hosted by officials from the Foreign Ministry, and visit the Journalists Association of Korea, leading Korean media ou
- Lee 기자
- 2025-09-15 16:36
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Diplomacy Foreign ministry to host 14th Workshop for Overseas Honorary Consuls of Korea
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) will hold the 14th Workshop for Overseas Honorary Consuls of the Republic of Korea from September 15 to September 20. Launched in 2010, this Workshop aims so that they can provide more effective support in protecting overseas Koreans and in promoting Korea’s diplomatic activities. This year’s Workshop, the 14th of its kind, will bring together honorary consuls from 12 countries. This six-day event will kick off with a welcome reception, followed by a seminar to share best practices, special lectures on Korea’s economy and se
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-09-15 10:24
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Diplomacy Foreign Minister Cho holds talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee Foreign Minister Cho Hyun held talks and a dinner with Wang Yi, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs of China, in Beijing, China, on September 17. They exchanged views on matters of mutual interest, including South Korea-China relations and issues on the Korean Peninsula. Minister Cho emphasized, “Today's meeting, as the first South Korea-China Foreign Ministers' Meeting since the inauguration of our new government, holds significance for the development of bilateral relations.” He expressed hope that, taking
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-09-18 10:29
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Local President Lee Jae-myung visits frontline troops to encourage soldiers
By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young Following a meeting in Gangwon Province on September 12, President Lee Jae-myung visited frontline troops to inspect the military's readiness posture and encourage the soldiers. President Lee visited the Chilsung Observation Post of the Army's 7th Infantry Division in Hwacheon County, Gangwon Province. There, he surveyed the area near the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) and guard posts (GP) while receiving a briefing on the military's readiness posture. He also toured the construction site for state-of-the-art barracks. Expressing hope that soldiers would be able to
- 이존영 기자
- 2025-09-15 15:28
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Global Global literacy leaders win the 2025 UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize
By Diplomacy Journal Kayla Lee The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism announced on Sept. 12 that the Directorate of Literacy and National Languages of Senegal, the Institute for Research, Education and Popular Promotion (INEPE) of Ecuador and the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) of Thailand were named laureates of the 2025 UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize at a ceremony held on September 8 (local time) at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris to celebrate International Literacy Day. This year’s winners include the Directorate of Literacy and National Languages of Sene
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-09-16 14:01
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Tajikistan Embassy holds an event to celebrate the Independence Day in Seoul
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Defense Minister Ahn meets with U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Paparo
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Byeoksachobuljeongsa Temple opens a new chapter with the ‘Diplomatic Art Center’
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Korea-Arab Society Seminar held to seek Korea-Middle East cooperation
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AMCHAM hosts roundtable with Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau
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Eco-friendly Hangang Bus launches its regular service in Seoul
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Defense Minister Ahn meets with Chair of the NATO Military Committee
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Samsung, TELUS collaborate on Canada’s AI-powered RAN intelligent controller
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President Lee Jae-myung to attend UN General Assembly in New York
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AMCHAM hosts the Healthcare Innovation Seminar 2025 in Seoul
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Gyeongju celebrates APEC Summit with Seorabeol Pungnyu performance
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