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 U.S. secretaries of state and defense are scheduled to visit South Korea this week amid growing concerns about North Korea's preparations to launch a reconnaissance satellite with support from Russia.
North Korea criticized the ongoing military cooperation among South Korea, the United States and Japan on Sunday, issuing a warning that the situation could potentially lead to a nuclear war on the Korean Peninsula.
The 100th anniversary of the Republic of Turkiye was celebrated on Oct. 30 with warmth and enthusiasm as Turkish Ambassador to Korea Murat Tamer extended a heartfelt welcome to those attending the event, emphasizing the enduring and profound relationship between Seoul and Ankara.
In a heartwarming event held on Wednesday morning in Seoul, Seoul National University's (SNU) Art Hall resonated with the harmonious melodies of piano and violin. The performance was dedicated to expressing hope for the safe return of hostages caught in the crossfire of the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.
Former Indonesian Foreign Minister Hassan Wirajuda underscored the significance of strengthening relations between Korea and ASEAN during an interview with The Korea Times in Seoul, Tuesday, emphasizing the substantial opportunities that could benefit both sides.
Renowned scholars and government officials from both Korea and ASEAN member states gathered at the 2023 ASEAN-Korea Forum, Tuesday, to discuss key issues surrounding the region and to mark the 35th anniversary of the ASEAN-Korea Dialogue Partnership.
ASTANA, Kazakhstan — Kazakhstan, located in the heart of Central Asia, is a vast and diverse nation renowned for its rich history, cultural variety and abundant natural resources.
Kazakh Ambassador to Korea Nurgali Arystanov celebrated his country's close ties with Korea and underscored the significance of the burgeoning relationship between the two nations, Wednesday, marking Kazakhstan's Republic Day.
Members of the main opposition Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) have speculated that the Yoon Suk Yeol administration intentionally initiated the current suspected celebrity drug use issue to divert public attention away from unfavorable developments involving the government and ruling People Power Party (PPP).