Top diplomats of South Korea, Japan hold talks on sidelines of APEC summit in Peru
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul and his Japanese counterpart, Takeshi Iwaya, held talks on the sidelines of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meeting in Peru, Seoul’s foreign ministry said on Friday. The top diplomats of the two nations met in Lima
S. Korea president Yoon set to leave for Peru to attend APEC summit
South Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol is set to depart for Peru on Thursday to attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit, with an eye on a possible meeting with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump during the South America trip. Yoon will travel to
South Korea to address Trump-related uncertainties, upgrade FTAs
South Korea will proactively address changes in the global trade environment ahead of the launch of the new US administration, while upgrading existing trade pacts with key partners to maintain export growth, the industry ministry said on Wednesday. The Ministry of Trade, Industry,
S. Korea, US-developed solar coronagraph installed at International Space Station
A solar coronagraph jointly developed by South Korea and the United States has been successfully installed on the International Space Station (ISS) to begin its mission of observing the Sun and its outer atmosphere, or corona, South Korea’s national space agency said on
No longer one-sided beneficiary of alliance with US: South Korean national security advisor
South Korean National Security Advisor Shin Won-sik said on Tuesday that the country is no longer a “one-sided beneficiary” of the bilateral alliance with the United States, vowing to work with the incoming US administration for the denuclearization of North Korea. Shin made
South Korea seeks close communication with Trump for deeper economic ties
Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul said on Thursday that the government will make efforts to closely communicate with people close to US President-elect Donald Trump to further deepen ties with Washington. Cho made the remarks after the Republican candidate and former U.S. president won
South Korea and US Launch Joint Large-Scale Air Exercise
South Korea and the United States have commenced a significant joint air exercise, aimed at enhancing readiness against potential threats from North Korea, as announced by the South Korean Air Force on Thursday. The 12-day Freedom Flag exercise began earlier this week, mobilizing
South Korean and US Air Force Commanders Discuss North Korean Threats
South Korean and US Air Force commanders convened for their annual meeting to address North Korea’s provocations, as tensions rise following the North’s destruction of inter-Korean roads. The two-day Air Boss Conference (ABC), which began on Monday at Osan Air Base in Pyeongtaek,
South Korea and Austria Discuss Strengthening Economic Ties
South Korean Trade Minister Cheong In-kyo met with Austrian Labor Minister Martin Kocher on Monday in Sejong to discuss enhancing bilateral economic relations, focusing on sectors like cutting-edge industries, as reported by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy. During their talks, Cheong
South Korea, US, and Japan Summit Expected by Year-End
The leaders of South Korea, the United States, and Japan are anticipated to hold a trilateral summit toward the end of this year, as indicated by South Korea’s national security adviser. Earlier, Seoul’s presidential office reported that US President Joe Biden proposed this
North Korea Launches 20 More Trash Balloons Toward South Korea: JCS
North Korea has dispatched additional trash balloons toward South Korea, according to military officials on Saturday. This comes after North Korea alleged that the South had sent unmanned drones over Pyongyang three times since last week. The Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) reported
South Korea to Provide $500,000 in Aid to Flood-Affected Nepal
South Korea has announced a $500,000 humanitarian aid package for Nepal to support relief efforts following devastating floods and landslides. The South Korean foreign ministry made the announcement on Tuesday. The recent monsoon rains in Nepal have resulted in over 200 fatalities, with
South Korea and Philippines Forge Strategic Partnership to Enhance Cooperation
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. have announced the establishment of a strategic partnership aimed at boosting collaboration in security, economy, energy, and other key areas. This agreement was made during a summit in Manila, marking the
South Korea Reports Another Case of Lumpy Skin Disease
South Korea has confirmed another case of lumpy skin disease (LSD) in cattle, bringing the total number of cases this year to eight, government officials announced on Saturday. The latest outbreak occurred on Friday at a livestock farm in Goseong, approximately 160 kilometers
South Korea to Launch Strategic Command in Response to North Korean Threats
South Korea is set to establish a new military command this week to enhance its defense capabilities against evolving nuclear and missile threats from North Korea, according to the defense ministry. The South Korean Strategic Command will be inaugurated on Tuesday, amid rising
Trump Claims Reelection Would Trigger ‘Mass Exodus’ of Manufacturing Back to the US from South Korea and Other Nations
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump stated that a vote for him in November would result in a “mass exodus of manufacturing” to America from countries like South Korea and China. He made these comments during a campaign speech on tax policy in Savannah,
Three People Dead After Fishing Vessel Capsizes Near Gunsan, South Korea
A 35-ton fishing vessel capsized off the coast near Gunsan, a southwestern port city in North Jeolla Province, leaving three dead, according to the Korea Coast Guard. The Coast Guard successfully rescued all eight people aboard the vessel. However, three — the Korean
“South Korea Identifies Emergency Care Crisis as Key Driver for Medical Reform”
South Korea’s health ministry has identified ongoing difficulties in managing emergency rooms as a major impetus for its push for medical reform. This includes increasing the quota for medical school admissions. The national emergency care system has faced growing concerns as several hospitals