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Kim Hyun-bin began his journalism career at Arirang TV from 2012 to 2017, specializing in defense, foreign affairs and the economy. In 2018, he joined The Korea Times, covering society and business, and is currently responsible for embassy affairs.
Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi held discussions with representatives from Japanese companies operating in Korea and Korean firms on Tuesday, focusing on strengthening economic ties and fostering bilateral cooperation.
Kwak Noh-jung, CEO of SK hynix, was elected as the 28th president of the Korea Handball Federation, the organization said Tuesday.
The "Nihao China! Travel Without a Visa" event showcased the growing tourism trend fueled by visa-free travel for Koreans visiting China. Over 100 tourism and diplomatic leaders gathered in Seoul on Jan. 10 for the event, which aimed to promote visa-free entry to China.
The Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Seoul unveiled the logo design for the 50th anniversary of Korea-Singapore diplomatic relations, Monday. This logo was selected through a design competition, co-organized with the Korean Embassy in Singapore, marking a milestone in the warm and multifaceted relations between the two nations.
Korea's total defense expenditures for 2023 were reported at $47.9 billion, ranking 11th in global defense spending, according to the latest data from the Korea Research Institute for Defense Technology Planning and Advancement.
Ukrainian forces captured two North Korean soldiers on a battlefield in Russia’s western Kursk region, South Korea’s National Intelligence Service (NIS) confirmed on Sunday.
The ASEAN-Korea Centre (AKC) hosted the 12th ASEAN Connectivity Forum, a two-day event that began Tuesday in Seoul, offering a platform to review the achievements of the past 15 years and discuss the future of the ASEAN-Korea partnership. ASEAN stands for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon hosted a gathering of over 80 diplomats, including ambassadors and embassy staff, Monday, to highlight the capital city's safety and resilience amid the current political turmoil.
Claudio Raul Monzon Baeza, Cuba’s newly appointed ambassador to Korea, formally began his role on Tuesday after presenting his credentials in a ceremony at the Government Complex in Seoul.
Korea saw a rise in registered births in 2024 for the first time in nearly a decade, suggesting a possible shift in the nation's demographic trend. The Ministry of the Interior and Safety announced on Friday that 242,334 births were registered last year, reflecting a 3.1 percent increase from 2023 and breaking an eight-year streak of continuous declines.