Korea Times Digital Media Reporter
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.
The Korean Army is exploring the possibility of entrusting the private sector with guarding ammunition depots as it anticipates a significant drop in the number of military conscripts due to the nation's sharply-declining birthrate.
Ambassadors from four Nordic countries in Korea pose with Pohang Mayor Lee Kang-deok, center, at his office during their visit to the port city in North Gyeongsang Province, Thursday, to discuss cooperation plans in new industries. From left are Swedish Acting Ambassador Anne Hoglund, Norwegian Ambassador Anne Kari Ovind, Lee, Finnish Ambassador Pekka Metso and Danish Ambassador Svend Olling. Courtesy of Pohang City Hall
French Ambassador to Korea Philippe Bertoux and Korean Army officers from the 36th Infantry Division visited the 1037 Peak French Military Battle Monument in Pyeongchang County, Gangwon Province, a site entrenched in the annals of the 1950–53 Korean War, Monday.
Ukrainian Ambassador to Korea Dmytro Ponomarenko paid a visit to the Global Education Center of HD Hyundai Construction Equipment, Tuesday, to discuss possible post-war cooperation.
Nurlan Mazhituly Abdirov, chairman of Kazakhstan's Central Election Commission, praised the strength of Korea's democratic institutions and advanced voting methods during his recent trip to the country.
Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul called on ambassadors from various countries for greater understanding and support for South Korea's foreign policies, Friday, underscoring the importance of diplomatic dialogue and collaboration in navigating global challenges.
Darkhan Satybaldy, governor of Kazakhstan's Turkistan Province, made an official visit to Korea aiming to bolster economic ties between the two nations. During his stay, which spanned five days starting from March 31, Satybaldy engaged in bilateral discussions with prominent Korean business leaders and organizations, extending invitations for collaboration in various sectors.
The Embassy of Colombia in Seoul and the Commercial Office of Procolombia in Korea are striving to attract Korean companies with expertise in electric vehicles and renewable energy sectors to their nation. They took an active part in the 2024 Korea International Electric and Energy Industry Exhibition, held at COEX in Seoul from April 3 to 5.
Dutch Ambassador to Korea Peter van der Vliet, right, poses with Samsung C&T resort division CEO Jeong Hai-lin after planting trees during the Forest Camp event at Everland amusement park in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, April 5. The Forest Camp event, commemorating Arbor Day, comprised activities promoting the Netherlands' tulip festival alongside environmental conservation initiatives. Yonhap