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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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Foreign Affairs

Germany, Korea seek cooperation in EV battery recycling

Participants of the “Circular Economy in Korea and in Germany: Recycling and Reuse of EV Batteries” conference, co-hosted by the Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI) and the Embassy of Germany, pose for a photo at Conrad Hotel Seoul, July 20. Courtesy of KGCCIBy Kwon Mee-yooKorea and Germany, two of the world's leading automotive manufacturing countries, are looking for ways to enhance cooperation in the recycling of electric vehicle (EV) batteries in order to build a circular economy together. The Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI) and the Embassy of Germany in Korea co-hosted a conference, titled “Circular Economy in Korea and in Germany: Recycling and Reuse of EV Batteries,” at Conrad Hotel Seoul, July 20.The conference centered on the recycling and reuse of industrial batteries, which is an integral part of the transition to clean, renewable energy.German Ambassador to Korea Michael Reiffenstuel said Germany shares the core objective of transitioning towards a clean, sustainable social and circular economy along with K

Jul 25, 2022By Kwon Mee-yoo
Germany, Korea seek cooperation in EV battery recycling
Foreign Affairs

Azerbaijan deputy foreign minister discusses cooperation in rebuilding war-torn region

Deputy Foreign Minister of Azerbaijan Elnur Mammadov, left, shakes hands with Korea's Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Yeo Seung-bae during the two countries' eighth political affairs session at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters in Seoul, Thursday. Courtesy of MOFABy Kwon Mee-yooDeputy Foreign Minister of Azerbaijan Elnur Mammadov visited Korea last week to discuss bilateral cooperation on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Azerbaijan and Korea.Mammadov emphasized the importance of the rules-based international order as a solution to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Azerbaijan has been in a decades-long conflict with Armenia and has asked Korea to take part in rebuilding the South Caucasus nation's region of Nagorno-Karabakh, liberated two years ago.The deputy minister also explained Azerbaijan's stance regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict. As a former Soviet country, Azerbaijan was close to both countries before the war broke out and has been trying to mediate the situation. "There is a lot of mediation, trying to avoid the worst po

Jul 25, 2022By Kwon Mee-yoo
Azerbaijan deputy foreign minister discusses cooperation in rebuilding war-torn region
Politics

S. Korea, US to normalize joint military drills

Defense Minister Lee Jong-sup explains the details of the ministry's policy report to President Yoon Suk-yeol at the presidential office in Yongsan District, Seoul, Friday. President asks defense ministry to increase soldier's salary to 2 million won By Kwon Mee-yooThe Ministry of National Defense has vowed to strengthen its ability to fend off North Korea's nuclear and missile threats, announcing its plan to normalize combined drills between South Korea and the United States later this year. During the ministry's policy briefing to President Yoon Suk-yeol, Defense Minister Lee Jong-sup said South Korea will resume large-scale field training with the U.S., which have been canceled, delayed or downscaled since the North Korea―United States Singapore Summit in 2018."Normalization of the exercises and training will strengthen the combined defense posture of South Korea and the U.S.," the ministry said in a statement.The summer allied training, slated for Aug. 22 throug

Jul 22, 2022By Kwon Mee-yoo
S. Korea, US to normalize joint military drills
  • Yoon calls for details of 'audacious plan' for N. Korea
  • N. Korea warns of security instability over US-S. Korea drills
Society

Apple corrects map after VANK's protest over ownership of Mount Paektu

This screenshot shows the rectified Apple Map on iPad demarking the border between North Korea and China dividing Heaven Lake on Mount Paektu. Previously the international tech giant's map service included the high-altitude crater lake in Chinese territory, and Korean civic organization VANK held a campaign to correct this. Courtesy of VANK By Kwon Mee-yooApple has corrected its default map after Korean activists protested the big tech company for marking the entire Heaven Lake area of Mount Paektu area as Chinese territory, according to a nongovernmental organization, Friday.The Voluntary Agency Network of Korea (VANK), a civic organization promoting a correct understanding of Korean culture and history, started its campaign on July 12 urging Apple to modify the map to correct the border's location which divides the high-altitude crater lake Mount Paektu between North Korea and China.The organization found that the map provided for all products of the global compan

Jul 22, 2022By Kwon Mee-yoo
Apple corrects map after VANK's protest over ownership of Mount Paektu
Foreign Affairs

Ambassadors become honorary Seoul citizens

From left, Hungarian Ambassador to Korea Mozes Csoma, Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon and Colombian Ambassador to Korea Juan Carlos Caiza pose for a photo during the Seoul honorary citizenship award ceremony at Seoul City Hall, Thursday. The two ambassadors became Seoul honorary citizens in recognition of their efforts serving as bridges between their respective countries and Korea. Courtesy of the Seoul Metropolitan Government

Jul 22, 2022By Kwon Mee-yoo
Ambassadors become honorary Seoul citizens
Foreign Affairs

FKCCI celebrates Bastille Day on floating island

Sebitseom Floating Island on the Han River is lit up in the colors of the French flag ― blue, white and red ― as the French Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Cultural Service of the French Embassy in Korea hosted Bastille Day celebrations on the floating island, July 14. Over 900 guests attended to commemorate the French national holiday and enjoy French culture. Courtesy of FKCCI

Jul 18, 2022By Kwon Mee-yoo
FKCCI celebrates Bastille Day on floating island
Foreign Affairs

Embassies show solidarity at Seoul Queer Culture Festival

Foreign diplomats in Korea hold a large rainbow banner on the stage of the Seoul Queer Culture Festival at Seoul Plaza, Saturday, as each of them gave a speech advocating for LGBTQ rights and equality. Korea Times photo by Choi Ju-yeonBy Kwon Mee-yoo Small and large rainbow flags waved in Seoul Plaza, Saturday, as the Seoul Queer Culture Festival (SQCF) returned after taking two years off during the pandemic, with ever stronger support from a handful of foreign envoys in Korea.This year, 15 diplomatic missions in Korea operated booths to promote diversity and inclusion, and ambassadors also took the stage to give speeches in support of the LGBTQ community in Korea.As part of the official program, envoys from the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Denmark, European Union, Sweden, Ireland, the U.K., Canada, Finland, Australia and the U.S. went on the stage with a large rainbow banner and each gave a speech promoting the rights of sexual minorities and diversity.New U.S. Ambassador to Korea Philip Goldberg made his first public appearance at the SQCF, showing the U.S.' strong commitment

Jul 18, 2022By Kwon Mee-yoo
Embassies show solidarity at Seoul Queer Culture Festival
  • US ambassador voices staunch support for equality at Seoul queer festival
Foreign Affairs

US ambassador voices staunch support for equality at Seoul queer festival

U.S. ambassador to Korea Philip Goldberg, left, delivers a speech during the 2022 Seoul Queer Culture Festival at Seoul Plaza, Saturday. Goldberg reaffirmed the strong commitment of the U.S. to stop discrimination. Yonhap By Kwon Mee-yooNew U.S. Ambassador to Korea Philip Goldberg attended the Seoul Queer Culture Festival (SQCF) at Seoul Plaza, Saturday, along with other foreign diplomats, to promote queer rights in Korea. Goldberg reaffirmed the U.S. government's commitment to root out discrimination in society. The U.S. envoy's participation and speech in support of the LGBTQ community in Korea was applauded by the participants of the festival, including LGBTQ people as well as their friends and supporters. The festival returned after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Envoys from the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Denmark, European Union, Sweden, Ireland, the U.K., Canada, Finland, Australia and the U.S. appeared on stage together holding a large

Jul 16, 2022By Kwon Mee-yoo
US ambassador voices staunch support for equality at Seoul queer festival
  • LGBTQ festival resumes in Seoul after 2-year hiatus
  • Embassies show solidarity at Seoul Queer Culture Festival
Politics

President Yoon's approval rating continues to decline

President Yoon Suk-yeol takes reporters' questions from the presidential press corps as he arrives at his office in central Seoul, Friday. According to a recent survey, Yoon's approval rating has fallen to a new low of 33 percent, Thursday. YonhapBy Kwon Mee-yooPresident Yoon Suk-yeol's approval rating is on a downward trajectory just two months after his inauguration with some saying the political novice has failed to lay out a clear vision for the country amid global recessionary risks. His approval rating declined sharply during the past few weeks, entering a "death cross," as negative feedback for the president outstripped his support rate. Yoon has continuously blamed the previous administration without providing a better alternative as well as facing accusations of nepotism regarding his questionable personnel appointments.According to a survey of 1,001 adults in Korea from July 11 to 13, co-conducted by Embrain Public, KSTAT Research, Korea Research and Hankook Research, only 33 percent answered Yoon is performing his duties well, while 53 percent said he was not. Those who su

Jul 16, 2022By Kwon Mee-yoo
President Yoon's approval rating continues to decline
Foreign Affairs

US ambassador belatedly celebrates Independence Day

Foreign Minister Park Jin, left, and U.S. Ambassador to Korea Philip Goldberg toast to celebrate U.S. Independence Day during a reception at the ambassador's residence, also known as Habib House, in central Seoul, Wednesday. Goldberg arrived in Seoul, Sunday, filling the post which had been empty for about a year and a half after former Ambassador Harry Harris resigned upon the inauguration of U.S. President Joe Biden. Joint Press Corps

Jul 13, 2022By Kwon Mee-yoo
US ambassador belatedly celebrates Independence Day
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