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.
Tunisian Ambassador to Korea Kais Darragi expressed his optimism about the upcoming Korea-Africa Summit, emphasizing Seoul's unique approach and the potential for a groundbreaking partnership between the two.
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Following the historic signing of the Philippines-Korea free trade agreement (FTA) last year, the Philippines is actively seeking to establish a strategic partnership with Korea this year that marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Seoul and Manila to enhance collaboration in diverse areas, according to the country’s ambassador to Seoul.
The ASEAN-Korea Centre organized the 11th ASEAN Connectivity Forum in Seoul, Tuesday, marking a pivotal moment in the region's journey toward digital integration. As the only forum of its kind in Korea, the event has been held annually since 2013 with a focus on the theme of digital connectivity, bringing together experts from government, the private sector and academia from both ASEAN and Korea.
Tensions are rising on the Korean Peninsula, as North Korea is stepping up its military provocations, including firing of artillery shells and rebuilding demolished guard posts.
Korea has officially commissioned its first-ever female submariners, becoming the 14th nation to include women in submarine crews.
The Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA) has appointed In Hee-jin as the head of its Forecast Bureau Department, making her the first woman to hold the position since the KMA's establishment in 1949.
Nearly half of pregnant women who are employed experienced difficulties in the workplace caused by colleagues and supervisors' lack of consideration, a study revealed on Tuesday, suggesting necessary improvements in coping with the country's exceptionally low fertility rate.
The Seoul Metropolitan Government revised building design regulations to expand environmentally friendly structures, dubbed "green buildings," to better curtail greenhouse gas emissions.
Individuals diagnosed with depression, who later died by suicide, had, on average, a duration of 4.5 years between diagnosis and death, while one third of them took their own lives within one year of being diagnosed, a recent study revealed on Sunday, highlighting the importance of early diagnosis and treatment for depression.