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UN headquarters Embassy of India in Seoul to Mark International Day of Yoga 2026 at Gwanghwamun Square
UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | The Embassy of India in Seoul, in collaboration with Viveka Yoga, will host a public celebration of the 12th United Nations International Day of Yoga on June 21, 2026, at Gwanghwamun Square in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The event is scheduled to begin at 5:00 p.m. First proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2014 and observed annually on June 21, the International Day of Yoga has grown into one of the world's most widely participated wellness observances. This year's Seoul event marks the 12th edition of the global commemoration. The programme will guide participa
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- 2026-06-02 12:58
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UN headquarters Termez platform – dialogue for ensuring security and stability in Central and South Asia
UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | Since ancient times, Central and South Asia have been closely connected through trade, cultural exchange and political processes. Geographical proximity and ancient trade routes contributed to active dialogue between peoples and civilizations, the exchange of goods and culture as well as the formation of a shared historical and cultural identity in the region. Following the acquisition of independence, the Central Asian states began gradually developing their own foreign policy and economic strategies toward South Asia. Given the significance of Central and South Asia,
- Lee Sung Jun 기자
- 2026-06-01 16:24
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South Korea Korean-German Chamber of Commerce to Mobilise Nearly 1,000 Participants for Inclusive Marathon CSR Event in Seoul
UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | (Seoul, May 26, 2026) The Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI, President & CEO Marie Antonia von Schönburg) will co-host “Guide Walkers” joint CSR event on June 13, 2026, at Sangam World Cup Park in Seoul, South Korea, engaging in a meaningful corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative. Now in its fourth year, the initiative brings together approximately 1,000 employees and family members from about 30 member companies and partners who will serve as guide walkers for individuals with visual impairments at the 12th Harmony Marathon with Visua
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- 2026-05-26 10:44
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UN headquarters Termez Dialogue Charts New Course for Central and South Asian Regional Connectivity
UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | Today's events and developments in the international arena once again demonstrate the growing need for the states of the Central and South Asian regions to achieve mutual understanding, solidarity, and a common goal. In this regard, the main goal of the Termez Dialogue on Connectivity between Central and South Asia, held on May 19, 2025, on the theme "Building a Common Space of Peace, Friendship, and Prosperity," was to strengthen regional connectivity and bring cooperation to a new level. It can be said that over the past year, significant results have been achieved o
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- 2026-05-26 09:27
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UN members The city of Astana to showcase strong presence at SITF 2026 in Seoul
UNJournal Kayla Lee | The city of Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan, will participate in one of Asia’s leading international tourism exhibitions-Seoul International Travel Fair (SITF 2026), taking place from June 4 to 7, 2026, in Seoul, South Korea. SITF is recognized as a key tourism platform in the Asia-Pacific region, annually bringing together national tourism organizations, convention bureaus, cities, and travel companies from around the world. The exhibition serves as an important gateway for destinations seeking to strengthen their presence in the Asian outbound travel market and expand
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-05-22 08:34
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UN headquarters Golden Horde Legacy Takes Center Stage at International Symposium in Astana
UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | The President emphasized that the Golden Horde maintained advanced administrative and diplomatic systems, developed extensive relations with major powers across Eurasia, and exerted a lasting influence on the emergence of later states in the region. Its strength, he said, rested not only on territorial scale, but also on effective institutions, discipline, justice, and social cohesion. A major theme of the symposium was the economic and trade dimension of steppe civilization. The Golden Horde controlled key Eurasian trade routes and transformed the steppe into a secure
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- 2026-05-20 14:14
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UN members The Termez Dialogue, A New Regional Architecture of Connectivity between Central and South Asia
UNJournal Kayla Lee | The contemporary system of international relations is being shaped by rapid geopolitical changes, growing fragmentation, disruptions in transport and supply chains, climate change, and increasing risks to food and energy security. Under these conditions, trust, dialogue and practical cooperation among states are becoming more important than ever. For Central and South Asia — two historically interconnected regions with significant yet not fully realized potential-connectivity has acquired not only economic, but also strategic, political and civilizational significance. Th
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- 2026-05-20 11:35
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UN members President of Kazakhstan Outlines Digital Development Priorities for the Turkic World at the Informal OTS Summit in Turkistan
UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev delivered remarks at the Informal Summit of the Organization of Turkic States held in Turkistan. Welcoming the participants to the spiritual capital of the Turkic world, the Head of State highlighted Turkistan’s special historical and civilizational significance for the brotherly nations. In his address, President Tokayev noted that amid a complex and unstable geopolitical environment, the unity of Turkic states is of particular importance. He stressed the need to intensify economic and investment cooperatio
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- 2026-05-19 12:56
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UN members Seoul's Yeouido Park Hosts Inaugural 'India Day 2026,' Celebrating Six Decades of Korea-India Cultural Ties
UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | On May 16, Yeouido Hangang Park in Seoul was transformed into a vibrant 'Mini India,' filled with the captivating colors, rhythms, and soul of Indian heritage. The inaugural 'India Day 2026,' organized by the Embassy of India, Seoul, concluded in grand success, drawing enthusiastic crowds from both the Korean public and the Indian diaspora. The festival was specially envisioned to celebrate the deep friendship and close people-to-people exchanges between Korea and India, offering visitors an immersive, multi-sensory journey into India’s rich cultural heritage that exem
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- 2026-05-18 20:35
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UN members Uzbekistan and the OTS: New Horizons for Investment Cooperation and Priority Projects
UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | Uzbekistan has historically been a proactive driver in strengthening ties among Turkic-speaking nations. Following a period of limited engagement, a pivotal turning point occurred in 2018 when the President of the Republic attended the 6th Summit of the Organization as a Guest of Honor. In 2019, the country ratified the Nakhchivan Agreement, officially becoming a full member of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS). Since joining, Uzbekistan has proposed 116 specific initiatives, more than half of which have already been successfully implemented. The economic impact
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- 2026-05-18 16:35
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UN members Urbanization Processes in Uzbekistan: Legal Foundations, New Mechanisms, and Development Strategy
UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | Today, global development is proceeding at an unprecedented pace of urbanization — by 2050, nearly 68% of the world’s population is expected to live in cities. This process is also advancing rapidly in Uzbekistan: the country’s population has exceeded 38 million, the urbanization rate has reached 51%, and nearly 20 million people now live in urban areas. According to economic analyses, every 1% increase in the urbanization rate grows the economy by at least 1% and accelerates investment flows and startup development — making reforms in this sector of strategic importan
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- 2026-05-18 16:31
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ArtsㅡCulture The 29th World Peace Art Exhibition slated to open grandly
UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | --“Painting World Peace through Art” which is expected to be participated by artists from over 50 different countries of the world. --Prestigious Awards attract attention, Including the National Assembly Speaker’s Award, the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Award, and the Mayor of Seoul Award. The 29th World Peace Art Exhibition, where artists from many countries of the world gather to share the value of “Peace Spoken through Art,” will be held grandly in Seoul this coming August 2026. According to the World Peace Art Exhibition Organizing Committee (led by Chai
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- 2026-05-13 14:33
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UN members The President of Kazakhstan signed the Constitutional Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan “On the Special Legal Regime of Alatau City”
UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | On May 8, 2026, President of Kazakhstan Tokayev signed the Constitutional Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On the Special Legal Regime of the City of Alatau." The primary objective of the law is to create favorable conditions for the accelerated and sustainable development of Alatau city. This unique legal status represents a fundamentally new approach to forming an independent ecosystem for innovation, investment, and economic growth within the city. The Constitutional Law also introduces a new model of state administration for Alatau city and establishes fundamenta
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- 2026-05-13 11:07
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South Korea World Art Exhibition for Peace donates 40 art works to Yeoju Prison
UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | The World Art Exhibition for Peace has donated a total of 40 K-Folk paintings to the Yeoju Prison, “illuminating the path of rehabilitation through art.” Chairman of the Board Lee Jon-young, the donor, continuously practices ‘Rehabilitation through Art’ and the donation includes eight pieces to the Correctional Facilities (prison). On April 12 this year, Warden Choi Jong-il of the Yeoju Prison hosted a donation ceremony for artworks of 2026 aimed at improving the cultural environment within the correctional facility and fostering the emotional well-being of the inmates
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- 2026-05-12 20:01
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UN members India's Indus Waters Treaty Concessions: A Six-Decade Imbalance Now Under Scrutiny
UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | NEW DELHI — When India and Pakistan signed the Indus Waters Treaty on September 19, 1960, it was widely hailed as a landmark achievement in international water diplomacy, brokered by the World Bank amid one of the world's most fraught bilateral relationships. More than six decades later, however, the agreement faces mounting scrutiny — not for what it accomplished, but for what critics describe as a fundamentally inequitable architecture that systematically disadvantaged India from the outset. A detailed analysis of the treaty's negotiating history and operational reco
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Embassy of India in Seoul to Mark International Day of Yoga 2026 at Gwanghwamun Square
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Termez platform – dialogue for ensuring security and stability in Central and South Asia
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Korean-German Chamber of Commerce to Mobilise Nearly 1,000 Participants for Inclusive Marathon CSR Event in Seoul
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Termez Dialogue Charts New Course for Central and South Asian Regional Connectivity
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The city of Astana to showcase strong presence at SITF 2026 in Seoul
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