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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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Kim Miy-he honored with Norwegian Order of Merit for translating Ibsen's plays

Norwegian Ambassador to Korea Anne Kari Ovind, left, poses with Kim Miy-he after presenting Kim with the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit for translation of all Henrik Ibsen's plays into Korean at the ambassadorial residence in Seoul, Thursday. Courtesy of Embassy of Norway in KoreaBy Kwon Mee-yooKim Miy-He, professor emeritus of Hanyang University's Theatre & Film Department, has been awarded the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit for her contribution to the translation of Henrik Ibsen's entire catalogue of plays into Korean. This honor, conferred by King Harald V of Norway, underscores the recognition of her effort to introduce Ibsen's work to Korean readers as Kim translated all 23 of Ibsen's plays into Korean over 15 years.Norwegian Ambassador to Korea Anne Kari Ovind presented Kim with the diploma and insignia of the order during a ceremony at her residence in Seoul, Thursday.Ambassador Ovind noted how Kim contributed to strengthening the cultural bonds between Korea and Norway, marking a historic moment as she is the first Korean recipient of the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit in

Aug 5, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Kim Miy-he honored with Norwegian Order of Merit for translating Ibsen's plays
Films

12th Arab Film Festival kicks off in Seoul

Poster for the 12th Arab Film Festival / Courtesy of Korea-Arab SocietyBy Kwon Mee-yooEncompassing a variety of genres including action, adventure, thriller, comedy, drama and documentary, the 12th Arab Film Festival showcases the richness of Arabic cinema in Seoul at Arthouse Momo, running until Aug. 6.Organized by the Korea-Arab Society, the festival is one of the largest events promoting Arab culture and the only film festival in Korea featuring films from Arabic-speaking nations.This year, films from nine Arab countries ― Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates ― are shown under the theme of "Joy of Arabic Movies.""Held annually, the Arab Film Festival is a much-anticipated event by Arabic cinema enthusiasts. It serves as a window to the often unfamiliar Arab culture, providing a platform for audiences to gain insight into the Arab world," the Korea-Arab Society said in a statement. "It also plays an important role in providing audiences with a deeper understanding of the Arab world by highlighting the present and past of

Aug 3, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
12th Arab Film Festival kicks off in Seoul
Foreign Affairs

AfCFTA secretary general visits Korea

Korea-Africa Foundation (KAF) President Lyeo Woon-Ki, right, poses with Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat Wamkele Mene during a meeting in Korea, July 26. Mene visited Korea on the invitation of the foundation from July 24 to 28 to promote partnership with Korea and met Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, Korea Customs Service chief Ko Kwang-hyo, Trade Minister Ahn Duk-geun and Korea International Trade Association Chairman Koo Ja-yeol. Courtesy of Korea-Africa Foundation

Aug 1, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
AfCFTA secretary general visits Korea
Travel & Food

Argentine winery named world's best vineyard

Argentine winery Catena Zapata's La Piramide vineyard is located in Mendoza, Argentina. Catena Zapata was named the top winery in the World's Best Vineyards 2023. Courtesy of Catena Zapata By Kwon Mee-yooHailing from Mendoza, Argentina, Catena Zapata was named the top winery in the World's Best Vineyards 2023. This list is renowned for spotlighting the cream of the crop of global wine tourism, offering more than just fine wines, showcasing destinations that deliver a comprehensive wine travel experience combining exceptional wine-tasting opportunities with quality accommodation.Established in 1902, Catena Zapata holds the distinction of being the oldest Argentine family winery still managed by the founding family. The winery is renowned for its pioneering role in reinventing Malbec, with a record-breaking number of 100-point wine ratings in South America. Particularly notable is its Adrianna Vineyard, located at an elevation of 5,000 feet, often recognized as the "G

Jul 31, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Argentine winery named world's best vineyard
Foreign Affairs

Slovakia invites Korean companies for robotics collaboration

State Secretary Ingrid Brockova of the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Slovak Republic delivers a speech during a Slovak-Korean business forum at a hotel in Bratislava, Slovakia, May 30. Courtesy of Embassy of Slovakia in KoreaBy Kwon Mee-yooIn an era when strategic international alliances are crucial, the Embassy of Slovakia in Korea is setting the stage for enhanced cooperation and shared growth between Korea and Slovakia, especially in the field of technological innovation.The embassy invited a Korean delegation, including representatives from Korean companies Doosan Robotics, Hanwha Aerospace, Neuromeka, Daliworks, Curexo, Brils, RIFA Asset Management, Vrillar and Yonsei University, to Slovakia from May 29 to June 2 to explore bilateral collaboration and investment opportunities.The mission began with presentations at the Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava (STU) and continued with visits to governmental offices, the GLOBSEC Forum and business briefings on the Danube Tech Valley Initiative. The Korean delegation also paid visits to Slovak companies such

Jul 31, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Slovakia invites Korean companies for robotics collaboration
Foreign Affairs

New Zealand governor-general visits art museum in Busan

Governor-General of New Zealand Dame Cindy Kiro, first row center, takes a look around an exhibition at Busan Museum of Art, July 27. Kiro toured the museum's exhibitions and Space Lee Ufan, the museum's annex dedicated to Korean artist Lee Ufan, during her trip to Busan to lead a delegation representing countries that participated in the 1950-53 Korean War on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the Korean Armistice Agreement. Courtesy of Busan Museum of Art

Jul 30, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
New Zealand governor-general visits art museum in Busan
Foreign Affairs

Rare archival footage sheds light on post-war reconstruction efforts in Korea

Archival footage from the U.S. National Archives and Records Administration shows teachers and children carrying textbooks at a refugee camp in Wonju, Gangwon Province, July 27, 1953, the day the Korean Armistice Agreement was signed and came into effect. Courtesy of Korean Film Archive By Kwon Mee-yooIn an archival video from July 27, 1953, the day the Korean Armistice Agreement was signed and came into effect, Korean children and a teacher can be seen carrying textbooks delivered by the U.S. Army to a refugee camp in Wonju, Gangwon Province. "Most footage of the Korean Armistice Agreement captures the moment of signing or the soldiers, but this footage shows how civilians started reconstructing the country right after the ceasefire," Jeong Young-sin, a researcher at the Institute for East Asian Studies at Sungkonghoe University, said during a press conference unveiling a collection of historical footage after the 1950-53 Korean War at the Korean Film Archive (KOFA

Jul 26, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Rare archival footage sheds light on post-war reconstruction efforts in Korea
  • Remains of 7 S. Korean troops killed during Korean War handed over to Seoul
  • Veterans ministry highlights collective efforts for global peace with 22 countries
Foreign Affairs

Embassy of Egypt commemorates Revolution Day

Egyptian Ambassador to Korea Khaled Abdel Rahman, left, toasts with Korea's Deputy Foreign Minister for Multilateral and Global Affairs Park Yong-min during a reception commemorating the 71st anniversary of Egypt's Revolution Day at the Army Club in Yongsan District, Seoul, Friday. Courtesy of Embassy of Egypt in KoreaBy Kwon Mee-yooThe Embassy of Egypt in Korea held a reception commemorating the 71st anniversary of the July 23 Revolution that birthed the modern Egyptian Republic.This revolution was a catalyst for significant changes in Egypt such as reforms, industrialization and advancements in human rights, reshaping the overall socio-political landscape of the country. Egyptian Ambassador to Korea Khaled Abdel Rahman highlighted the friendship and cooperation between Korea and Egypt on the occasion. "As we celebrate our rich cultural heritage and achievements throughout our history, we also recognize the importance of international cooperation in building strong, resilient communities," Rahman said during the reception held at the Army Club in Yongsan District, Seoul, Friday. He

Jul 24, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Embassy of Egypt commemorates Revolution Day
Foreign Affairs

INTERVIEW New Peruvian ambassador shares his vision for stronger Korea-Peru ties

Peruvian Ambassador to Korea Paul Duclos speaks during an interview with The Korea Times at his residence in Yongsan District, Seoul, July 11. Arriving in Korea in March, Duclos outlined the packed schedule for the 60th anniversary celebrations of Korea-Peru diplomatic ties. Korea Times photo by Choi Won-sukPeru Embassy packed with events to honor 60th anniversary of diplomatic relationsBy Kwon Mee-yooNew Peruvian Ambassador to Korea Paul Duclos has embarked on his diplomatic mission in Korea at a critical moment as the two countries honor the 60th anniversary of their diplomatic relations this year.Stepping into the ambassadorial post for the first time, Duclos is bringing a fresh approach and ambitious agenda to his role, poised to celebrate the significant milestone and bolster the long-standing ties between the two nations, exploring new avenues of cooperation and mutual growth. During an interview with The Korea Times, he recalled his first-ever visit to Korea about 15 years ago. At that time, he was serving at the Peruvian Embassy in Japan and had made a trip to the neighboring

Jul 24, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
[INTERVIEW] New Peruvian ambassador shares his vision for stronger Korea-Peru ties
Foreign Affairs

Chinese ambassador commends zookeepers on panda's birthday

Chinese Ambassador to Korea Xing Haiming, left, and his wife award certificates of appreciation to zookeepers Song Young-kwan, second from left, and Kang Cheol-won, second from right, in appreciation of the third birthday of Fu Bao, the first giant panda born in Korea, at Everland Zoo in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, Thursday. Courtesy of Embassy of China in Korea

Jul 21, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Chinese ambassador commends zookeepers on panda's birthday
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