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Fri, August 7, 2020 | 05:02

A look back at Cote d'Ivoire's 60 years of independence

A look back at Cote d'Ivoire's 60 years of independence

The strategic location of Cote d'Ivoire in the heart of West Africa is an asset to the country which constitutes the gateway to this region. After gaining independence on Aug. 7, 1960 under President Felix Houphouet-Boigny, this country of a population of 26.4 million inhabitants, on an area of 322,463 square kilometers, has traveled many roads since then.

Yi Whan-woo | 2020-08-06 14:30

US ambassador expresses sympathy for deluge-hit S. Koreans

US ambassador expresses sympathy for deluge-hit S. Koreans

U.S. Ambassador Harry Harris offered sympathy Tuesday to South Koreans affected by torrential rains that have left at least a dozen people dead.

2020-08-04 14:52

Korea, Paraguay celebrate Friendship's Day

Korea, Paraguay celebrate Friendship's Day

In this special moment of the year 2020, in which all the countries are facing the difficult circumstance of fighting against the spread of COVID-19, and the experience of the Republic of Korea in facing this disease in its territory, is one of the emblematic examples in the international community, It would be positive to mention one of the most important principles in the r...

Yi Whan-woo | 2020-07-31 21:26

Korea urged to improve sexual harassment law after Seoul mayor's death

Korea urged to improve sexual harassment law after Seoul mayor's death

In July 2019, exactly a year ago, Korea took a leap forward when the Workplace Anti-Bullying Law was enacted after a six-month trial period. This was also followed by an amendment to the Labor Standards Act. These laws criminalized workplace bullying that also included acts of sexual harassment. The uproar against sexual harassment peaked by 2018 when #MeToo movement in Korea...

Yi Whan-woo | 2020-07-27 11:27

Saudi Arabia ready for pilgrimage this week amid pandemic

Saudi Arabia ready for pilgrimage this week amid pandemic

Saudi Arabia is observing strict quarantine in the lead up to Hajj, the Islamic pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca starting this week, according to the country's Ministry of Media, Sunday.

Yi Whan-woo | 2020-07-27 11:26

Azerbaijan's UNESCO heritage marks 20th anniversary

Azerbaijan's UNESCO heritage marks 20th anniversary

This year, the national wealth of Azerbaijani people, Icheri Sheher (Inner City), together with Giz Galasy (Maiden Tower) and Shirvanshahs Palace complex will mark the 20th anniversary of inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Yi Whan-woo | 2020-07-27 11:25

[Anniversary Roundtable] Women's roles by countries in COVID-19 era

[Anniversary Roundtable] Women's roles by countries in COVID-19 era

The following are summaries of statements from ambassadors to Korea from Bangladesh, India, Kyrgyzstan, Nicaragua, Pakistan, Rwanda, Thailand and Timor-Leste during a roundtable hosted by The Korea Times, July 15, on women's leadership in COVID-19 era. - ED.

Yi Whan-woo | 2020-07-23 14:02

[Anniversary Roundtable] Ministry to set up women's framework against COVID-19

[Anniversary Roundtable] Ministry to set up women's framework against COVID-19

It is a well-known fact that the socially vulnerable, including women, children and the disabled, are hit harder by disasters. This is also true for the COVID-19 pandemic, which has taken a toll on women in terms of care, employment and gender-based violence.

Yi Whan-woo | 2020-07-23 14:01

[Anniversary Roundtable] Ambassadors discuss gender-responsive action to tackle pandemic

[Anniversary Roundtable] Ambassadors discuss gender-responsive action to tackle pandemic

“The bulk of responsibility at home still falls on women while they may be in important or powerful positions (in society.)” That comment from Indian Ambassador to Korea Sripriya Ranganathan had other female envoys burst into spontaneous laughter during lunch, after a roundtable hosted by The Korea Times last week on women's leadership in the COVID-19 era. The laughter was ap...

Yi Whan-woo | 2020-07-23 14:00

Azerbaijan denounces Armenia over border attack in violation of ceasefire agreement

Azerbaijan denounces Armenia over border attack in violation of ceasefire agreement

The Armenian armed forces flagrantly violated the ceasefire agreement and used artillery to fire on the positions of Azerbaijan's armed forces in the direction of Tovuz district, along the border between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan's armed forces returned fire and took counteroffensive measures, preventing the Armenian armed forces from advancing.

Yi Whan-woo | 2020-07-20 15:18

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