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Tue, June 6, 2023 | 04:07
Agency launched to offer exclusive support for overseas Koreans
Korea launched, Monday, a new agency tasked with overseeing affairs related to 7.5 million Koreans living abroad. President Yoon Suk Yeol said he hopes the Overseas Koreans Agency will strengthen networks between Koreans here and abroad to promote mutual growth and prosperity.
Foreign Affairs | 2023-06-05 16:48
Memorial event to be held for fallen Thai soldiers of Korean War
The Korea Military Song Choir (KMSC) will hold a commemorative ceremony to honor fallen Thai soldiers of the 1950-53 Korean War, Tuesday, marking Memorial Day, which falls on June 6.
Defense | 2023-06-05 15:57
S. Korea, Japan agree to prevent recurrence of maritime dispute
The defense chiefs of South Korea and Japan agreed to find ways to prevent a recurrence of a maritime dispute, signaling a major step in mending frayed military ties as the two countries team up against North Korea and its evolving nuclear threats.
Defense | 2023-06-04 16:47
Korea denies discussion with EU on sending ammunition to Ukraine
The Ministry of National Defense denied claims that it discussed sending ammunition to Ukraine with the European Union (EU), amid lingering speculation that Korea is proceeding with indirect military assistance to Kyiv.
Defense | 2023-06-04 14:05
Korea to offer tax benefits to biopharma industry, open public health data
The government will offer tax incentives for the biopharma sector and increase access to public health data, as a part of its efforts to nurture a biohealth cluster modeled after the “Boston Cluster” in the U.S., according to the presidential office, Thursday.
Politics | 2023-06-01 17:01
Korea seeks to expand influence in Pacific
Soft sand, palm trees and turquoise water are the first things to come to mind when most South Koreans think about Pacific Island nations. The Pacific Islands are perfect vacation spots for those who want to enjoy tropical landscapes and vibrant culture.But the Pacific Rim countries are more than just tourist attractions.
Foreign Affairs | 2023-05-24 16:20
[ANALYSIS] Korea could join G7, but experts question its advantage
The prospect of Korea joining the Group of Seven (G7), the club of the world's seven most powerful nations, and thereby making it a G8, is becoming brighter as the Asian country continues to expand its influence on the global stage. Launched in 1975, the G7 is an informal bloc of the leading industrialized democracies - the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, Fr...
Foreign Affairs | 2023-05-23 16:37
Allies work on sharing North Korea missile warning data
South Korea, the United States and Japan are in talks over detailed plans regarding the real-time sharing of North Korean missile warning data, according to the Ministry of National Defense, Monday.
Defense | 2023-05-22 17:03
Yoon vows more non-lethal aid to Ukraine in summit with Zelenskyy
President Yoon Suk Yeol vowed to swiftly provide additional non-lethal aid to war-torn Ukraine, such as mine clearing equipment, during his first summit with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Sunday.
Foreign Affairs | 2023-05-22 11:17
G7 condemns North Korea's nuclear ambitions
The leaders of seven of the world's most powerful countries condemned North Korea's nuclear ambitions and called on the reclusive regime to refrain from conducting further nuclear tests using ballistic missile technology.
Foreign Affairs | 2023-05-21 16:08
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