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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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ASEAN-Korea Centre's mission to Malaysia

Participants of the Investment and Market Research Mission to Melaka, Malaysia, organized by the ASEAN-Korea Centre, pose with a placard during their site visit to Kompleks Kraf Melaka, an art gallery specializing in craftwork, Thursday. The center's outbound mission included a seminar, B2B meetings and site visits to boost cooperation in the design industry and creative economy between Korea and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), July 4-7. Courtesy of ASEAN-Korea Centre

Jul 7, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
ASEAN-Korea Centre's mission to Malaysia
Foreign Affairs

ASEAN-Korea Centre discusses design industry, creative economy in Malaysia

Courtesy of ASEAN-Korea CentreBy Kwon Mee-yooThe ASEAN-Korea Centre (AKC) is hosting a seminar on the design industry and creative economy in Melaka, Malaysia, from Tuesday to Friday.The outbound mission consists of a seminar followed by B2B meetings, and will highlight the significance of the creative economy and design industry as catalysts for growth within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region. This sector has driven the region's economic development, showcasing a steady annual average growth rate of 6 percent from 2003 to 2021.Held in cooperation with the Malaysia Design Council and Office of Melaka State Secretary, the seminar brings together public and private stakeholders as well as businesspeople and buyers in the design and creative industries from Korea and five ASEAN member states: Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Singapore.AKC Secretary-General Kim Hae-yong said the mission is meaningful in that it connects culture and industry, creating tangible outcomes from intangible values.“The outbound mission will serve as an opportunity t

Jul 5, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
ASEAN-Korea Centre discusses design industry, creative economy in Malaysia
Foreign Affairs

Tunisia aims to expand market share of agri-food products in Korea

Tunisian food products are on display at the booth of the Embassy of Tunisia at the Korea Import Fair at COEX in southern Seoul, June 29. Korea Times photo by Kwon Mee-yooBy Kwon Mee-yooTunisia, a North African country renowned for its rich agricultural tradition and diverse food industry, is seeking to increase its market share in Korea with a wide range of products from premium olive oil and tuna to the unique Tunisian pepper paste known as Harissa, which is listed as a UNESCO intangible heritage of humanity.The Embassy of Tunisia in Korea, along with the Tunisian Export Promotion Center, presented an array of top-quality Tunisian agri-food products at the Korea Import Fair, held from June 29 to July 1 at COEX in southern Seoul.Boughedir Ahmed, charge d'affaires a.i. at the Embassy of Tunisia in Seoul, said the fair provided an opportunity for Tunisian producers to promote their goods and find the right partners."We are trying to have bigger participation because we think that the Korean market is very important to us and we are trying to introduce, little by little, new products t

Jul 3, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Tunisia aims to expand market share of agri-food products in Korea
Foreign Affairs

Embassies join celebration of diversity at Seoul's pride parade

From right, New Zealand Ambassador Dawn Bennet, British Ambassador Colin Crooks, Dutch Ambassador Joanne Doornewaard, EU Ambassador Maria Castillo Fernandez and Czech Ambassador Gustav Slamecka hold a rainbow flag in support of Korea's LGBTQ community on Euljiro, central Seoul, Saturday. Captured from TwitterBy Kwon Mee-yooIn a remarkable display of international solidarity, foreign embassies in Seoul took part in the city's annual pride parade, Saturday, highlighting the universal importance of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning (LGBTQ) rights and visibility. A total of 14 countries extended their support, marching together with local participants at the Seoul Queer Culture Festival (SQCF) not only underscore their countries' commitment to equality and diversity, but also amplify the global resonance of Seoul's Pride celebration, despite continued opposition from conservative groups.Instead of opening individual stands, the embassies collaborated with countries sharing similar values to set up joint booths. These embassy booths, four in total, drew considerabl

Jul 2, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Embassies join celebration of diversity at Seoul's pride parade
  • Rainbow flags fly despite opposition at Seoul's queer festival
Foreign Affairs

INTERVIEW Hassan Wirajuda sheds light on role of Korea, Indonesia in global community

Hassan Wirajuda, former foreign minister of Indonesia, speaks during an interview with The Korea Times at the Shilla Seoul, June 26. Korea Times photo by Choi Won-sukFormer Indonesian foreign minister suggests comprehensive peace agreement to resolve nuclear issueBy Kwon Mee-yooWith a resume rich in diplomatic endeavors and a robust understanding of international relations, Hassan Wirajuda, former Foreign Minister of Indonesia, provided insight into Indonesia's international policy, the ever-evolving role of Indonesia and Korea in the Indo-Pacific and the potential for future cooperation between the two countries.Wirajuda is the longest standing and former foreign minister of Indonesia, serving from 2001 to 2009. He supported the ASEAN Political and Security Community of the three pillars of ASEAN Community. He now serves as chair of the Study Centre on Indonesian Nationhood (PSKI) and dean at the School of Law and International Studies at Prasetiya Mulya University.Having studied law and international politics, Wirajuda believes that intellectual leadership can surpass the influence

Jul 2, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
[INTERVIEW] Hassan Wirajuda sheds light on role of Korea, Indonesia in global community
Society

Relief team dispatched to wildfire-hit Canada

Members of the Korea Disaster Relief Team (KDRT), composed of firefighters, emergency workers and medical staff, take an escalator to board a flight to Quebec, Canada, at Terminal 1 of Incheon International Airport, Sunday. The 151-member team's mission is to aid Canadian fire authorities for 30 days in Lebel-sur-Quevillon, Quebec, a region deeply affected by wildfires that have ravaged approximately 8.1 million hectares of land across the country. Yonhap

Jul 2, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Relief team dispatched to wildfire-hit Canada
Foreign Affairs

ROUNDTABLE Diplomats from Central Asia hope for further cooperation with Korea

Participants to The Korea Times' roundtable on "Korea-Central Asia Partnership" discuss new areas for cooperation between Korea and Central Asia at the Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry headquarters in central Seoul, June 23. Korea Times photo by Choi Won-sukUzbekistanAmbassador of Uzbekistan to Korea Vitaliy Fen speaks during The Korea Times' roundtable on "Korea-Central Asia Partnership" at the Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry headquarters in central Seoul, June 23. Korea Times photo by Choi Won-sukEconomic cooperation is a priority of Uzbek-Korean relations. We consider interaction in the field of investment and innovation as an important mechanism for accelerating the modernization and diversification of our national economy.At the beginning of June of this year, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea Pak Jin visited Uzbekistan and held a number of meetings and negotiations.President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev received the delegation of the Republic of Korea and during the meeting topical issues on further strengthening the Uzbek-South Korean rela

Jun 26, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
[ROUNDTABLE] Diplomats from Central Asia hope for further cooperation with Korea
  • ROUNDTABLE Korea envisions Expo 2030 as platform for global solutions, enhanced Central Asia ties
Foreign Affairs

ROUNDTABLE Korea envisions Expo 2030 as platform for global solutions, enhanced Central Asia ties

From left, Embassy of Kyrgyz Republic Attache Sanzhar Valibekov, Embassy of Kazakhstan Counselor Timur Jaikov, Ambassador of Uzbekistan Vitaliy Fen, The Korea Times President-Publisher Oh Young-jin, SK Supex Council Vice President Park Hoon and Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) Research Division Executive Director Kang Seog-gu pose during The Korea Times' roundtable on "Korea-Central Asia Partnership" at the KCCI headquarters in central Seoul, June 23. Korea Times photo by Choi Won-sukBy Kwon Mee-yooAmid the final push in the campaign to host World Expo 2030 in the southeastern city of Busan, Korea seeks to leverage this opportunity to channel efforts to address global challenges and boost global relations, with a particular focus on Central Asia.Central Asia is a region deemed crucial for Korea's future, given its abundant resources and potential for mutual growth. Encompassing five countries ― Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan ― the region is renowned for its vast natural resources and young, skilled labor force.The Korea Times hosted a ro

Jun 26, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
[ROUNDTABLE] Korea envisions Expo 2030 as platform for global solutions, enhanced Central Asia ties
  • ROUNDTABLE Diplomats from Central Asia hope for further cooperation with Korea
Foreign Affairs

Female ambassadors meet Ewha president

Female ambassadors in Seoul pose with Ewha Womans University President Kim Eun-mee, front row second from left, during their June meeting, June 21. Kim addressed the issues surrounding feminist diplomacy in the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the pandemic, and noted the need for the integration of sustainable, equitable economies, human welfare, decarbonization and collective environmental actions as well as the role of diplomats in facilitating these efforts. Courtesy of Brazilian Ambassador to Korea Marcia Donner Abreu

Jun 22, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Female ambassadors meet Ewha president
Foreign Affairs

Envoys explore new areas of cooperation beyond Korea-US alliance

Israeli Ambassador to Korea Akiva Tor listens during the 2023 Korea Times Forum themed “Korea-U.S. Alliance: Security & Space Cooperation” at the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry in central Seoul, Tuesday. Korea Times photo by Choi Won-suk By Kwon Mee-yooAs the Korea-U.S. alliance celebrates its 70th anniversary, The Korea Times Forum scrutinized the current state of the alliance and explored potential pathways for its enhancement. The discourse extended beyond just Korea and the U.S., seeking interpretations in the context of escalating geopolitical tensions mainly stemming from U.S.-China economic and political rivalry and Russia's invasion of Ukraine.After the keynote speeches by Second Vice Foreign Minister Lee Do-hoon and Vice Defense Minister Shin Beom-chul, Israeli Ambassador to Korea Akiva Tor noted how the two vice ministers showcased the policy orientation of the Yoon Suk Yeol administration and commitment to the United States."It is a very strong s

Jun 20, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Envoys explore new areas of cooperation beyond Korea-US alliance
  • Korea-US alliance serves as 'compass for freedom'
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