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IVI, Sweden renew partnership for global public health
The International Vaccine Institute, a Seoul-based international organization, has renewed its cooperation with the Swedish International Cooperation Agency for continued efforts to accelerate vaccine research and development for global health, the organization said Monday. As part of a longstanding
Jan. 20, 2020 - 16:31:22
[Photo news] Guatemalan ambassador’s visit
Guatemalan Ambassador to South Korea Marco Tulio Chicas Sosa (right) shakes hands with Herald Corp. CEO and Publisher Kwon Chung-won during a courtesy call at the Herald Corp. headquarters in central Seoul on Jan. 15. Chicas Sosa presented his credentials to Korean President Moon Jae-in in November
Jan. 20, 2020 - 16:29:08![[Photo news] Guatemalan ambassador’s visit](https://wimg.heraldcorp.com/content/default/2020/01/20/20200120000102_0.jpg?type=h&h=320)
Winners of ASEAN-Korea essay contest take part in Vietnam, Busan workshop
The 2019 ASEAN-Korea Youth Academic Workshop involving 14 winners of an essay contest has entered its final phase, the intergovernmental organization said Monday. The 14 youths were selected for their top performance in the 2019 ASEAN-Korea Academic Essay Contest co-organized by the ASEAN-Korea Cent
Jan. 13, 2020 - 19:58:14
British Embassy highlights climate change at annual youth camp
The British Embassy in Seoul took part in the 2020 Youth Ambassador Camp for middle and high school students in Korea on Friday to raise awareness about the upcoming UN Climate Change Conference in England. The event, organized by the Korean Culture Association, was held at the Olympic Parktel in so
Jan. 13, 2020 - 19:57:32
ICCK names Sachin Satpute as new chairman
The Indian Chamber of Commerce in Korea has elected Sachin Satpute, president of Novelis Asia, to lead the business lobby as of Jan. 1 on the back of his near 30 years of experience, the ICCK said Monday. “While the Indian economy is also navigating through rough times, the government’s push for inf
Jan. 13, 2020 - 19:56:50
Omani envoy awarded honorary Seoul citizenship
Omani Ambassador Mohamed Al Harthy received an honorary Seoul citizenship in recognition of his efforts to foster relations between the two countries, the Oman Embassy said Monday. Al Harthy started his term here in 2010 and currently serves key roles as the dean of the diplomatic corps and the pres
Dec. 23, 2019 - 18:27:41
Bangladesh beams with strong economic growth prospects
Bangladeshi foreign minister says the country is an “ideal fit” for Korean businesses DHAKA, Bangladesh -- The hustle and bustle of Bangladesh, one of the fastest-growing economies worldwide, can be seen throughout the capital of Dhaka, where multiple infrastructure projects are underway, including
Dec. 23, 2019 - 18:26:54
There is global momentum to develop hydrogen economy: Australian top diplomat
Amid global awareness of the need to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, the Australian ambassador to Korea highlighted hydrogen as the next source of clean energy. “There is a global momentum to develop the hydrogen economy, and Korea has already positioned itself as a leader in hydrogen technology,”
Dec. 17, 2019 - 13:55:58
Britain eyes cooperation with Seoul on AI startups
The United Kingdom, one of the countries leading the world in artificial intelligence, is seeking to step up cooperation with industry leader South Korea for advancements in AI, officials said. “Whatever the outcome of the (UK) election, we can be confident that there will continue to be a powerful
Dec. 17, 2019 - 13:54:18
Italian Embassy launches first showroom in Seoul
The Italian Trade Agency under the Italian Embassy in Korea has opened its first showroom in Seoul in a bid to promote Italian brands, the embassy said. High Street Italia, located in the trendy Garosugil neighborhood in southern Seoul, is a joint project between the Italian Embassy in Korea and the
Dec. 17, 2019 - 12:01:32
First Hungarian cultural center opens in Korea
The first Hungarian cultural center in Korea opened last week, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between South Korea and Hungary. The opening ceremony of the Hungarian Cultural Institute on Dec. 12 was attended by the Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Peter S
Dec. 17, 2019 - 12:00:44
UAE Embassy looks to Expo 2020 to bolster ties with Seoul
In the run up to Expo 2020 Dubai, Emirati Ambassador to South Korea Abdulla Saif Al Nuaimi said the event would boost bilateral relations as next year marks the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between the two countries. “I’m quite confident that Republic of Korea’s remarkabl
Dec. 17, 2019 - 11:59:00
[Meet the diplomat] Egypt is eager for transfer of technology, economic growth: Egyptian envoy
Special committee under Egyptian PM office formed to address difficulties of S. Korean companies After years of sweeping change in all corners of society, Egypt has embarked on a journey to rebuild the nation, opening doors to foreign entities to capitalize on state-of-the-art technology and reclaim
Dec. 9, 2019 - 13:01:53![[Meet the diplomat] Egypt is eager for transfer of technology, economic growth: Egyptian envoy](https://wimg.heraldcorp.com/content/default/2019/12/08/20191208000014_0.jpg?type=h&h=320)
UAE celebrates 48th National Day with positive outlook on bilateral ties
The UAE Embassy in Seoul celebrated the 48th National Day and noted that bilateral cooperation between the both countries has increased considerably in the last decade from a strategic partnership in 2009 to a special strategic partnership last year, a top Emirati diplomat in Seoul said. “With regar
Dec. 9, 2019 - 12:59:45
EU envoy urges Seoul to pass revision on personal information
South Korea’s parliament should promptly pass an amendment on personal information protection to comply with EU regulations, European Union’s top diplomat in Seoul urged last week. The revised Personal Information Protection Act is one of three bills on big data regulations pending at the National A
Dec. 9, 2019 - 12:58:49
