Diplomacy Journal Lee Sung Jun | The Embassy of India in Seoul, in collaboration with Viveka Yoga, will host a public celebration of the 12th United Nations International Day of Yoga on June 21, 2026, at Gwanghwamun Square in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The event is scheduled to begin at 5:00 p.m. First proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2014 and observed annually on June 21, the International Day of Yoga has grown into one of the world's most widely participated wellness observances. This year's Seoul event marks the 12th edition of the global commemoration. The programme will guide p
Korea's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) announced on March 31 that the 61st Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council adopted a resolution on North Korean human rights by consensus on March 30 (Geneva local time), with 50 countries — including the Republic of Korea — participating as co-sponsors. No vote was required. The Korean government notes that the resolution welcomes North Korea's instances of compliance with human rights obligations and its participation in the Fourth Cycle of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR), acknowledging the efforts made by the North Korean side. The
Diplomacy Journal Dunyo IA | Navruz is considered one of the ancient and widely celebrated traditional holidays, embodying values such as humanity, kindness, generosity and diligence. This holiday holds a significant place in the culture of the peoples of Central Asia, Iran, the Caucasus, the Near East and South Asia, reflecting the continuity of centuries-old civilizational traditions. According to historical sources, the tradition of Navruz dates back at least three thousand years. Detailed information on this subject was provided by Abu Rayhan Beruni in his work “The Remaining Signs of Past