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    S. Korea, US, Japan hold talks on N. Korea

    South Korea had a trilateral meeting with officials from the United States and Japan in Tokyo on North Korean affairs this week, the foreign ministry said Saturday. The ministry said the talks took place Friday involving Kim Sang-il, head of the ministry's North Korean Nuclear Affairs Policy Division; David Wilezol, U.S. deputy assistant secretary of state for Northeast Asia; and Kengo Otsuka, deputy director-general for Asian and Oceanian affairs at the Japanese foreign ministry. The officials shared their views on recent affairs on the Korean Peninsula and in the rest of Northeast Asia, and also reaffirmed their commitment to denuclearize North Korea and to ensure the implementation of U.N. and autonomous sanctions, Seoul's foreign ministry said. "We explained our effort in easing tension and building trust in inter-Korean relations, and also exchanged views on trilateral cooperation in ensuring peace and security on the Korean Peninsula," the ministry added. In a press release issued Friday, the Japanese foreign ministry noted the three officials "expressed their serious concerns over

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    S. Korea, US, Japan hold talks on N. Korea
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    N. Korea calls denuclearization an 'irreversibly finalized' matter

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    N. Korea calls denuclearization an 'irreversibly finalized' matter
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    Lee says S. Korea, Italy are 'optimal partners' for business cooperation

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    Lee says S. Korea, Italy are 'optimal partners' for business cooperation
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    Lee hopes S. Korea, Italy will work together to promote free trade, multilateralism

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    Lee hopes S. Korea, Italy will work together to promote free trade, multilateralism
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    Korea, Italy sign MOUs to enhance advanced science cooperation, explore joint projects in Africa

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    Korea, Italy sign MOUs to enhance advanced science cooperation, explore joint projects in Africa
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N. Korea presumed to send at least 3,000 more troops to Russia: JCS

North Korea appears to have additionally dispatched at least 3,000 soldiers to Russia in January and February in support of Moscow's war against Ukraine, South Korea's military said Thursday. The assessment came amid concerns that North Korea and Russia's deepening military alignment could lead to Moscow transferring advanced arms technologies to Pyongyang in return for the troop deployment. "Of the some 11,000 North Korean soldiers dispatched to Russia, 4,000 casualties have occurred, and it appears that some 3,000 or more have been additionally dispatched in January and February," the South's Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said. In addition to the troop deployment, the JCS said the North continues to supply missiles, ammunition and artillery equipment to Russia, including "a considerable amount of short-range ballistic missiles and around 220 pieces of 170 millimeter self-propelled howitzers and 240 mm rocket launchers." The South's military said the North appears to be making technological upgrades to launch another military spy satellite, although there are no imminent signs of such a l

Mar 27, 2025By yonhap
N. Korea presumed to send at least 3,000 more troops to Russia: JCS
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N. Korea releases photos of what appears to be airborne control aircraft

North Korea on Thursday disclosed what appears to be an airborne early warning and control aircraft for the first time and said leader Kim Jong-un supervised tests of "suicide attack drones" equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) published photos of the airplane while reporting Kim supervised performance tests of drones with AI technology and a reconnaissance drone Tuesday and Wednesday. Kim oversaw the tests while guiding defense science research projects of the Unmanned Aeronautical Technology Complex and the detective electronic warfare research group. Photos showed Kim instructing military officials inside what appears to be an airborne early warning and control aircraft, similar to the Peace Eye, which is operated by the South Korean Air Force and produced by Boeing. An airborne early warning system detects aircraft and vessels using radar, acting as "eyes in the sky." The KCNA also released photos of the suicide drone test, showing the AI-powered drones successfully hitting ground targets, including a tank. During the inspection,

Mar 27, 2025By yonhap
N. Korea releases photos of what appears to be airborne control aircraft
Foreign Affairs

Kyrgyz envoy promotes tourism, cultural ties with Korea via book launch

Kyrgyz Ambassador to Korea Aida Ismailova emphasized the importance of strengthening cultural and tourism exchanges between Korea and Kyrgyzstan during a recent event celebrating the launch of the book "Why Kyrgyzstan?" “Kyrgyzstan is a country renowned for its majestic mountains, clear lakes, rich culture and warm hospitality,” Ismailova said. “While it is not yet widely known among Koreans, those who have visited even once would have been deeply impressed by its beauty and uniqueness.” The new book, written by Cho Yong-pil, serves as more than just a travel guide, the ambassador said. “This book is the result of longstanding interest, numerous journeys and deep respect for our shared history and culture. It is not merely a travel guidebook — it serves as a bridge of friendship connecting our two nations. It is a valuable work that introduces Kyrgyzstan to Korean readers, showcases its soul and traditions and presents opportunities for tourism, cooperation and cultural exchange,” she said. Kyrgyzstan's strategic geographical location as a gateway to Central Asia, coupled w

Mar 26, 2025By Kim Hyun-bin
Kyrgyz envoy promotes tourism, cultural ties with Korea via book launch
Foreign Affairs

Korea installs floating structure to counter China's steel structure in overlapping maritime zone

Korea has set up a floating structure in the overlapping waters with China in the West Sea as a countermeasure to the latter's recent installation of a steel structure in the area, Seoul's oceans minister said Wednesday. "We have taken countermeasures by (installing) a large and stationary floating structure there to start an environmental investigation in the area," Minister of Oceans and Fisheries Kang Do-hyung said in a parliamentary legislative committee meeting. Last month, the two countries faced a two-hour standoff as Chinese authorities blocked Seoul's attempt to investigate Beijing's construction of a steel structure in the Provisional Maritime Zone (PMZ) near Ieo Island, off Korea's southwest coast. The PMZ is an area where the Exclusive Economic Zones of Korea and China overlap. The two sides can only operate fishing vessels there and jointly manage marine resources, as any activities beyond navigation and fishing are prohibited in the area. Despite the agreement, China has installed several large steel structures in the zone, including one in April and another in May of last

Mar 26, 2025By yonhap
Korea installs floating structure to counter China's steel structure in overlapping maritime zone
Foreign Affairs

Korea likely to face more export uncertainties with US 'reciprocal' tariffs: minister

Korea is expected to face more uncertainties in trade due to the planned imposition of "reciprocal" tariffs by the Donald Trump administration, the country's trade minister said Wednesday. "Uncertainties surrounding our trade environment have been growing as the new U.S. administration slapped levies on all steel and aluminum imports, as well as derivative products, on March 12 and plans to impose reciprocal tariffs next month," Trade Minister Cheong In-kyo said in a meeting with export-related officials. "The government will continue its tariff and non-tariff negotiations with the U.S.," he said, noting the industry ministry had sought to deliver Seoul's concerns over U.S. trade policies through recent ministerial-level meetings in Washington. Earlier this month, Cheong met with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in Washington to discuss the matter. Industry Minister Ahn Duk-geun also paid his second visit to the U.S. capital last week. Korea's exports amounted to $101.6 billion in the first two months of this year, down 4.8 percent from the same period last year, amid global trad

Mar 26, 2025By yonhap
Korea likely to face more export uncertainties with US 'reciprocal' tariffs: minister
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KITA, Ukrainian business chamber host reconstruction forum to boost postwar cooperation

The Korea International Trade Association (KITA) said Wednesday it has hosted a forum themed on the reconstruction of Ukraine with business representatives from the Eastern European nation to strengthen bilateral ties in Kyiv's postwar rebuilding efforts. The event was held Tuesday in Seoul in conjunction with a visit by a business delegation from the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (UCCI). Representatives from over 100 Korean companies with interest in Ukraine's reconstruction projects attended. KITA and UCCI signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to enhance bilateral corporate support and cooperation in future reconstruction efforts. "Korea and Ukraine's long-standing friendship since the establishment of diplomatic ties lays a strong foundation for collaborations in reconstruction," KITA Chairman Yoon Jin-sik said. "Ukraine's will for economic revival and Korea's postwar development experience together can generate significant results." UCCI Vice President Valeriy Korol highlighted that Korea's past history of overcoming difficulties and achieving economic growth serves

Mar 26, 2025By yonhap
KITA, Ukrainian business chamber host reconstruction forum to boost postwar cooperation
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N. Korea slams Japan's new military command for self-defense forces operations

North Korea on Wednesday denounced Japan's launch of a new military command aimed at better integrating its self-defense force units, claiming Tokyo is in the final stage of preparing to become a "war state." Japan on Monday launched the Self-Defense Forces (SDF) Joint Operation Command, a new command designed to oversee joint operations of its ground, maritime and air defense forces, in a bid to better respond to emergency situations and smoothly coordinate with U.S. troops in Japan. North Korea said Japan established the command for the "practical" use of long-range missiles as it has focused on preparations to become a war state for overseas aggression over the past 80 years since its defeat in World War II. "Such a preparation has entered the final stage," the Korean Central News Agency said in a commentary. Citing Japan-led joint military drills with 11 nations last year and a trilateral naval exercise among South Korea, the United States and Japan in March, North Korea claimed Japan is gearing up to reach the front lines to realize its wartime militarism. North Korea has shown a sen

Mar 26, 2025By yonhap
N. Korea slams Japan's new military command for self-defense forces operations
Foreign Affairs

US judge rules Columbia student protester from Korea can't be detained

A federal judge ruled Tuesday a Columbia University student from South Korea cannot be detained for now, the Associated Press reported, as she is trying to head off the attempt by U.S. President Donald Trump's administration to deport her after her participation in pro-Palestinian demonstrations. In a Manhattan court, U.S. District Judge Naomi Reice Buchwald issued the ruling, saying the U.S. government had not offered sufficient evidence to back its claims against the 21-year student, surnamed Chung, a legal permanent resident who came to the United States as a child. On Monday, Chung filed a lawsuit against the government after immigration officials tried to arrest and deport her. The U.S. authorities have argued that her presence in the U.S. hinders the administration's foreign policy agenda of halting the spread of antisemitism, according to the New York Times. (Yonhap)

Mar 26, 2025By yonhap
US judge rules Columbia student protester from Korea can't be detained
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NK leader has 'no intention' of negotiating away nukes, seeks 'tacit' nuclear power recognition: US assessment

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has no intention of negotiating away his regime's nuclear and other "strategic" weapons programs, a U.S. threat report said Tuesday, as a top intelligence official viewed Pyongyang as seeking at least "tacit" recognition as a nuclear power. The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) released the Annual Threat Assessment of the U.S. Intelligence Community, as DNI Tulsi Gabbard said North Korea may be ready to carry out another nuclear test "on short notice" and continue intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) tests to show its negotiation leverage. The assessment came as U.S. President Donald Trump has voiced his openness to resuming dialogue with Kim amid speculation that Trump could focus on reducing threats from Pyongyang rather than on ridding it of its nuclear arms despite his stated pursuit of the "complete" denuclearization of North Korea. "Kim has no intention of negotiating away his strategic weapons programs, which he perceives as a guarantor of regime security and national pride, because they threaten the homeland, U.S. forces i

Mar 26, 2025By yonhap
NK leader has 'no intention' of negotiating away nukes, seeks 'tacit' nuclear power recognition: US assessment
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UNHRC adopts final report on review of N. Korean human rights

The U.N. Human Rights Council (UNHRC) adopted Tuesday the final report of its regular review of North Korea's human rights situation, urging the reclusive regime to implement its recommendations to improve human rights conditions for its people. The report on the universal periodic review (UPR) was adopted at the 58th session of the UNHRC in Geneva, about four months after Pyongyang underwent its fourth UPR in November last year for the current 2022-27 cycle, Seoul's foreign ministry said. The UPR is a mechanism established by the UNHRC in 2008 to conduct a periodic human rights review of all U.N. member states by their peers every 4.5 years. At the session, South Korean Ambassador to Geneva Yun Seong-deok voiced regret that the North rejected nearly half of the 294 recommendations made by the member states, urging Pyongyang to accept and implement them. Yun voiced deep concern over the negative impact of the North's militarization on human rights, calling for the immediate release of three detained South Korean missionaries and resolving issues related to abductees, detainees and prison

Mar 25, 2025By yonhap
UNHRC adopts final report on review of N. Korean human rights
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