By Yu Myung-hwan
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Since the launch of the new administration a year ago, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade has been undertaking a ``creative and pragmatic'' approach in our diplomatic efforts to realize our vision of becoming a truly ``Global Korea.''
We are glad to note that we have achieved notable outcomes during the past year. Above all, through active summit diplomacy, we have enhanced our bilateral relations with our neighboring countries, and further strengthened our friendly and cooperative relations with countries throughout the world.
Korea reached common ground with the U.S. to further develop the ROK-U.S. alliance into a ``21st Century Strategic Alliance,'' and with Japan to build a ``Future Oriented Mature Partnership.'' We also established