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Often found at theaters and museums, Kwon Mee-yoo has covered a wide range of cultural fields from K-pop and dramas to theater and fine art for over a decade. Now as K-Culture Desk editor, she tries to connect Korean culture with global readers through fresh perspectives.

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INTERVIEW Cooperation in defense redefines Korea-Poland relations, says ambassador

Ambassador of Poland to Korea Piotr Ostaszewski speaks during an interview with The Korea Times at the embassy in central Seoul, Aug. 29. Korea Times photo by Choi Won-sukBy Kwon Mee-yooIn a climate of increasing global uncertainties, the diplomatic relationship between Korea and Poland is flourishing, particularly in the realm of defense and arms cooperation. Recent high-level visits and strategic agreements have cemented this alliance, with Poland's acquisition of Korean-made FA-50GF fighter planes serving as a notable symbol of the deepening ties. As both nations navigate complex regional and international landscapes, their strengthened partnership in defense signifies a mutual commitment to long-term security and stability."I think it is my luck in my life that (as an ambassador) I am in the best place at the right moment," Polish Ambassador to Korea Piotr Ostaszewski said during an interview with The Korea Times, Aug. 29.His remark captures the timing of a Korea-Poland relationship that's not just flourishing, but literally "armed” for success.Before stepping into the dipl

Sep 16, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
[INTERVIEW] Cooperation in defense redefines Korea-Poland relations, says ambassador
Music

Jongmyo Jeryeak ceremonial music heads to Hungary, Poland

The National Gugak Center will present Jongmyo Jeryeak at the Erkel Theatre in Budapest, Hungary, Sept. 21 and the Warsaw Philharmonic Hall in Warsaw, Poland, Sept. 25. Courtesy of NGCBy Kwon Mee-yooFor the first time, Jongmyo Jeryeak, a traditional form of Korean court music that has a history spanning over six centuries, is set to be showcased in Hungary and Poland later this month.The National Gugak Center will introduce this ritualistic music for Jongmyo, the royal shrine of the 1392-1910 Joseon Kingdom, to audiences in Central Europe at the Erkel Theatre in Budapest, Hungary, Sept. 21 and the Warsaw Philharmonic Hall in Warsaw, Poland, Sept. 25.Both events will feature a full-length performance of Jongmyo Jeryeak, accompanied with special lectures, costume demonstrations and exhibitions.This trip marks a new cultural outreach to Eastern Europe. While the ritual music has previously been performed in West European countries such as France and Germany, these upcoming performances will be the first of their kind in Central Europe. The performances aim to establish a cultural bridge

Sep 16, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Jongmyo Jeryeak ceremonial music heads to Hungary, Poland
Arts & Theater

New MMCA director named

New director of the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (MMCA) Kim Sung-hee, right, poses with Culture Minister Park Bo-gyoon during her appointment ceremony at the Seoul branch of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in Yongsan District, central Seoul, Friday. The ministry named Kim to lead the nation's flagship art museum for three years, starting Monday. Kim was a professor at Hongik University and served as executive director for the CAN Foundation, a nonprofit art center. Courtesy of Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism

Sep 15, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
New MMCA director named
Arts & Theater

Kim Soo-ja's 'Concentric Circles' offers quiet response to noisy world

Kim Soo-ja's "Beyond the Forest" is drawn with the simple yet profound medium of colored pencils. Courtesy of the artistBy Kwon Mee-yooIn an era where the hustle and bustle caused by social network services fills our days, Kim Soo-ja, an illustrator whose career dates back 40 years, invites visitors to pause and reflect on at her latest exhibition "Concentric Circles."The exhibit, running through Sept. 20 at Gallery Dam in central Seoul, presents 26 artworks Kim created with her simple yet profound medium of choice ― colored pencils ― to share her personal journey through illness and recovery.Commonly seen as the first step for children into the world of art, colored pencils actually have a history that go back to ancient Greece. Kim finds a connection between the simplicity of colored pencils and her own approach to art and uses these ancient drawing tools to erase the "stains" left by the fast-paced digital era.Kim's works, mostly on circular canvas, are results of countless hand movements, painstakingly crafted to give a glimpse of the “essence of life beyond the tangible wo

Sep 15, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Kim Soo-ja's 'Concentric Circles' offers quiet response to noisy world
Music

'Blue House Concert'

Drones spell out "Blue House Concert" above the heliport of the former presidential compound Cheong Wa Dae, Saturday, during the first segment of the 2023 Blue House Concert series hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. Courtesy of National Symphony OrchestraPianist Sunwoo Yekwon, the first Korean to win the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in 2017, plays the piano during the Blue House Concert held at the heliport of Cheong Wa Dae, Saturday. Over 3,000 citizens attended the concert on Saturday and Sunday, enjoying classical music, traditional Korean music and K-pop. Courtesy of National Symphony Orchestra

Sep 11, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
'Blue House Concert'
People & Events

Hanbok fashion show in Jakarta celebrates Korea-Indonesia ties

An Indonesian model wears "hanbok," or traditional Korean attire, during the "Hanbok Wave" fashion show at Korea 360 in Jakarta, Indonesia, Friday. Courtesy of KCDFBy Kwon Mee-yoo"Hanbok" the traditional Korean garment took center stage in Jakarta last Friday, as the Korea Craft and Design Foundation (KCDF) showcased both its classic and contemporary interpretations in a fashion show.The fashion event, took place at Korea 360, a promotion center for Korean products at Lotte Shopping Avenue in Jakarta, Indonesia, showcasing the evolution of hanbok and marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and Indonesia.Under the theme "Old Future," the show featured a variety of hanbok styles that spanned both traditional and modern interpretations. A total of 22 hanboks were presented, including 10 traditional pieces that captured the essence of Korean heritage, and 12 modern pieces that offered a fresh, contemporary twist on the classic attire.On the traditional side, the KCDF showcased reproduced hanboks inspired by garments from the Goryeo Kingdom (918-1392) and the Jo

Sep 10, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Hanbok fashion show in Jakarta celebrates Korea-Indonesia ties
Arts & Theater

PHOTOS Frieze captivates Seoul

Visitors queue up to enter Frieze Seoul, held in conjunction with the annual Kiaf Seoul, at COEX in southern Seoul, Wednesday. NewsisVisitors take a look at Alex Katz's “Sunrise 8" during a VIP preview of Frieze Seoul at COEX in southern Seoul, Wednesday. YonhapFrieze CEO Simon Fox speaks during the opening ceremony for Frieze Seoul and Kiaf Seoul at COEX in southern Seoul, Wednesday. YonhapVisitors look at Jeff Koons' "Gazing Ball," presented by Robilant+Voena, during a VIP preview for Frieze Seoul at COEX in southern Seoul, Wednesday. Over 330 domestic and international galleries are presenting their art at Frieze Seoul along with local fair Kiaf Seoul. YonhapBritish artist Lucian Freud's illustrated letter to Caroline Blackwood is on view at the Stephen Ongpin Fine Art's booth at Frieze Seoul, Wednesday. NewsisFrieze Seoul, held in collaboration with Kiaf Seoul at COEX in southern Seoul, is the largest art fair in Korea. Opened Wednesday, Frieze runs through Saturday and Kiaf until Sunday. YonhapVisitors observe Korean master Kim Whan-ki's painting at the booth of LG OLED, t

Sep 6, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
[PHOTOS] Frieze captivates Seoul
Arts & Theater

Korean comic artists break new ground in Brussels

The Korean Cultural Center to Belgium and the European Union hosts "Pop the Bubbles, Blur the Boundaries” exhibition at the center through Dec. 29. Courtesy of Korean Cultural CenterBy Kwon Mee-yooKorean comic artists are teaming up with their European counterparts in Brussels, Belgium forging new creative alliances in an exhibition that aims to redefine the boundaries of the comic world.The Korean Cultural Center to Belgium and the European Union (EU) opened its annual exhibition "Pop the Bubbles, Blur the Boundaries," Wednesday (local time).Belgium is home to iconic comic book characters such as the Smurfs, Tintin and Lucky Luke, which not only graced the pages of newspapers and magazines but also captivated audiences through television and the Korean Cultural Center has been engaging with the medium to foster cultural connections between the two countries.First launched in 2014, the exhibition has been bridging exchanges between Korean and Belgian comic artists. This year's edition is expanded to feature eight artists from Belgium, Switzerland, France as well as Korea, marki

Sep 6, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Korean comic artists break new ground in Brussels
Foreign Affairs

Inclusivity takes center stage at UAE's COP28

UAE Ambassador to Korea Abdulla Saif Al Nuaimi speaks during the Road to COP28 in the UAE, an event promoting the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28), which will be held at Expo City Dubai from Nov. 30 to Dec. 12, at Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, Thursday. Courtesy of Embassy of UAE in KoreaBy Kwon Mee-yooThe Embassy of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Seoul hosted an event to introduce the country's initiatives and preparations for the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) at a hotel in Seoul, Thursday.Slated for Nov. 30 to Dec. 12 at Expo City Dubai, COP28 takes on added importance as it will host the first Global Stocktake, a collective assessment of the world's progress in line with the Paris Agreement.UAE Ambassador to Korea Abdulla Saif Al Nuaimi noted that the conference is expected to be a watershed moment in global climate action during the Road to COP28 event. "Demonstrating a definitive commitment towards renewable energy, environmental conservation an

Sep 4, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Inclusivity takes center stage at UAE's COP28
Foreign Affairs

31st anniversary of Korea-China ties

Chinese Ambassador to Korea Xing Haiming delivers congratulatory remarks during a seminar on the direction and challenges of Korea-China relations at a hotel in Seoul, Thursday. Hosted by the Institute for Global Strategy and Cooperation, the seminar marked the 31st anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries and Ambassador Xing highlighted the importance of strong Korea-China ties amid global uncertainties. Yonhap

Sep 4, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
31st anniversary of Korea-China ties
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