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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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Promoting 2023 Korea-Pacific Islands Summit

Helen Aitsi, first from right, charge d'affaires at the Embassy of Papua New Guinea in Korea, holds a dice during an event publicizing the 2023 Korea-Pacific Islands Summit at Cheonggye Plaza in downtown Seoul, May 10. The summit, which will be held during May 29-30 in Seoul, will bring the leaders of the Pacific Islands Forum together under the theme, "Navigating towards Co-Prosperity: Strengthening Cooperation with the Blue Pacific." Yonhap

May 11, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Promoting 2023 Korea-Pacific Islands Summit
Foreign Affairs

Lebanese lawmaker learns from Korea's development

Lebanese lawmaker Jihad Pakradouni, right, takes a look around an exhibition during his visit to the demilitarized zone (DMZ) in Paju, Gyeonggi Province, April 28. Courtesy of Korea FoundationBy Kwon Mee-yooJihad Pakradouni, a member of the Lebanese Parliament, visited Korea last month at the invitation of the Korea Foundation to enhance ties with Korea's National Assembly and other related organizations, having identified Korea as a potential model for change in Lebanon. “We have a lot to learn from Korea in terms of legislation, especially regarding subjects such as environment, labor, women empowerment and technology,” Pakradouni told The Korea Times during an interview in Seoul, April 27. During his seven-day visit to Korea, Pakradouni visited Korea's National Assembly, Seoul Metropolitan Council, Korea-Arab Society, Korea National Diplomatic Academy and Hankuk University of Foreign Studies. He also had a meeting with Rep. Kim Sang-hee, chairperson of the Korea-Lebanon Parliamentary Friendship Committee.The Lebanese lawmaker also had a chance to visit the Demilitarize

May 10, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Lebanese lawmaker learns from Korea's development
Foreign Affairs

INTERVIEW Slovenia welcomes Korea's efforts to enhance human security

Ambassador of Slovenia to Korea Jernej Muller speaks during an interview with The Korea Times at the Slovenian Embassy in central Seoul, April 18. Korea Times photo by Choi Won-sukFirst Slovenian ambassador to Korea tries to gain presenceBy Kwon Mee-yooAs Korea bolsters its role as the chair country of the advisory board of ITF Enhancing Human Security (ITF), Ambassador of Slovenia to Korea Jernej Muller shared his thoughts on strengthening the relationship between the two countries focusing on their joint efforts in security, technology partnerships and the possibility of a united front in the United Nations Security Council in the near future.The ITF Enhancing Human Security, formerly known as the International Trust Fund for Demining and Mine Victims Assistance, is a non-profit, humanitarian organization founded by the Slovenian government in March 1998."From a historical point of view, why we established it was because we were a part of Yugoslavia once. In the Western Balkans, there were wars after the dissolution of Yugoslavia and remnants of landmines and unexploded explosives

May 8, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
[INTERVIEW] Slovenia welcomes Korea's efforts to enhance human security
Foreign Affairs

Iranian embassy celebrates Shiraz Day with HUFS

Iranian Ambassador to Korea Saeed Koozechi, fourth from left, pose with guests during the opening of the Shiraz Day photo exhibition at the library of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (HUFS) Seoul campus, May 2. Korea Times photo by Kwon Mee-yooBy Kwon Mee-yooThe Embassy of Iran in Seoul is hosting a photo exhibition celebrating the rich culture and tradition of the Iranian city of Shiraz on the occasion of Shiraz Day. The exhibition, held at the library of Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (HUFS) Seoul campus, showcased photos of Shiraz, from mosques and monuments to gardens and relics, giving a peek into the Iranian city. It was organized in cooperation with the university's department of Persian and Iranian studies.Expressing his enthusiasm, the newly appointed Iranian Ambassador to Korea Saeed Koozechi expressed delight in meeting scholars and students who share an interest in Persian and Iranian studies during the exhibition's opening, on May 2.“This is the first time for us to hold a photo exhibition to introduce the history and beauty of the city of Shiraz to Kore

May 7, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Iranian embassy celebrates Shiraz Day with HUFS
Foreign Affairs

Garden party for coronation of King Charles III

British Ambassador to Korea Colin Crooks delivers a speech during a Garden Party in celebration of the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla at the ambassador's residence in downtown Seoul, Wednesday. The ambassador noted that "God Save the King" was sung at the venue for the first time in 73 years and said "King Charles III will long reign over a happy, diverse and modern United Kingdom." Courtesy of British Embassy SeoulBritish Ambassador to Korea Colin Crooks, right, toasts with Korea's Foreign Minister Park Jin during a Garden Party in celebration of the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla at the ambassador's residence in downtown Seoul, Wednesday. Sending best wishes to King Charles III, Park said 2023 is a significant year for Korea-U.K. ties as it marks the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations and hoped to foster more collaborations between the countries based on the Bilateral Framework for Closer Cooperation adopted June 2022. Courtesy of British Embassy Seoul

May 5, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Garden party for coronation of King Charles III
Foreign Affairs

Economic opportunities bring Korean, ASEAN youths closer

Panelists take part in discussions during the Roundtable on the Results of the Survey on Mutual Perceptions of ASEAN and Korean Youths hosted by the ASEAN-Korea Centre at the Korea Press Center in central Seoul, Friday. YonhapBy Kwon Mee-yooAmid the rising importance of the role of youth in building sustainable partnerships between Korea and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the ASEAN-Korea Centre (AKC) emphasized the importance of attaining balanced mutual perceptions from both sides.The AKC released the results of a survey it had conducted on the mutual perceptions of ASEAN and Korean youths and held a roundtable to discuss the results, last Friday.AKC Secretary General Kim Hae-yong said the roundtable wrapped up the two-year study to enhance mutual understanding between Korea and the ASEAN member states.The center conducted two surveys in 2021 and 2022 to assess mutual perceptions among ASEAN and Korean youth and suggest improvements. The 2021 survey was quantitative, while the 2022 survey was qualitative and involved focus group interviews with 147 young people

May 1, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Economic opportunities bring Korean, ASEAN youths closer
Foreign Affairs

French minister promotes exchanges between startups

France's Minister of State for Digital Transition and Telecommunications Jean-Noel Barrot, front row third from left, poses with Korea's Vice Minister of SMEs and Startups Cho Ju-hyeon, front row fourth from left, and French Ambassador to Korea Philippe Lefort during the French Tech in Korea event at the ambassador's residence in central Seoul, Wednesday. Courtesy of Ministry of SMEs and StartupsBy Kwon Mee-yooFrance's digital economy minister highlighted cooperation between Korean companies and French startups, as both countries share a focus on digital space and telecommunication, during his visit to Korea.Jean-Noel Barrot, France's Minister of State for Digital Transition and Telecommunications, participated in the French Tech in Korea event at the French ambassador's residence in Seoul, Wednesday, emphasizing that “France is back” and saying how France has changed in recent years, becoming a country of startups."We have lowered taxes, we have softened regulations, we have reformed the labor market. And perhaps more importantly, we have created a new culture of entrepr

Apr 29, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
French minister promotes exchanges between startups
Foreign Affairs

Dutch Embassy celebrates King's Day with KLM

Dutch Ambassador to Korea Joanne Doornewaard, fourth from right, and Simon Kruithof, third from right, commercial director in charge of Japan, Korea and New Caledonia at Air France-KLM, pose with Miffy, a rabbit character designed by Dutch artist Dick Bruna during a tulip distribution event in celebration of King's Day, a Dutch holiday honoring the birth of King Willem-Alexander, in Jeong-dong, central Seoul, Thursday. Courtesy of KLM

Apr 28, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Dutch Embassy celebrates King's Day with KLM
Foreign Affairs

Korea, Chile see potential for cooperation in hydrogen

Chile's Minister of Energy Diego Pardow Lorenzo, second from right, and Korea's Trade Minister Ahn Duk-geun, second from left, pose during the Korea-Chile Hydrogen Energy Strategic Partnership Seminar at the Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, April 24. Courtesy of Ministry of Trade, industry and Energy By Kwon Mee-yooKorea and Chile vowed to strengthen cooperation in producing and utilizing green hydrogen to achieve carbon neutrality. Prospects of such a partnership were discussed during Chilean Minister of Energy Diego Pardow Lorenzo's visit to Seoul. Pardow showcased Chile's commitment to energy transition and the Latin American country's strength in renewable energy, highlighting its goal of becoming a worldwide supplier of clean fuel based on hydrogen. The Chilean minister discussed details of this plan with his Korean counterpart and major Korean companies.Due to its geography and climate, Chile has abundant resources of clean energy, including solar, wind, hydro and ge

Apr 28, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Korea, Chile see potential for cooperation in hydrogen
Foreign Affairs

UK ambassador honors Seolmari Battle

British Ambassador to Korea Colin Crooks lays a wreath at the Gloucester Hill Battle Monument, also known in the Korean language as the Monument for British Army's Seolmari Battle, in Paju, Gyeonggi Province, April 25, on the occasion of the 72nd anniversary of the Battle of the Imjin River during the 1950-53 Korean War. Ambassadors from Belgium and Ireland and delegates from Gloucester, the hometown of the Gloucestershire Regiment and C Troop, 170th Mortar Battery Royal Artillery of the British Army, also paid tribute at the memorial. Courtesy of British Embassy Seoul

Apr 27, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
UK ambassador honors Seolmari Battle
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