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UN members Critical Minerals Ministerial Launches FORGE to Counter China…
UNJournal Kayla Lee | On February 4, the U.S. Department of State hosted the inaugural "Critical Minerals Ministerial." Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Vice President JD Vance, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Energy Secretary Chris Wright, and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer were among the American delegation. “Critical minerals and rare earths are essential for our most advanced technologies and will only become more important as AI, robotics, batteries, and autonomous devices transform our economies,” a post-meeting statement issued by the U.S. State Department read. It explained
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-02-09 08:46
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South Korea Korean Students Retrace Independence Fighters' Footste…
UNJournal Kayla Lee | The Heungsadan Support Center for Descendants of Independence Patriots (HSCDIP) announced the successful completion of its "2026 Overseas Independence Movement Historical Sites Tour." From January 26 to 30, high school and university students and other descendants of independence patriots visited Korean Provisional Government (KPG) and independence movement sites in China that date back to the 1910-1945 Japanese colonial period. This program was planned ahead of the 107th anniversary of the March 1st Movement and the establishment of the KPG to trace the footsteps of inde
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-02-04 18:03
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South Korea President Lee's 'Geunyang Dream' initaitve to expand in May
UNJournal Kayla Lee | President Lee Jae-myung stated on February 3 that "the 'Geunyang Dream' initiative is receiving considerable positive response among the public as it supports citizens in welfare blind spots." (Geunyang is Korean for “just” or simply.”) In his opening remarks at the 4th Cabinet Meeting held at Cheong Wa Dae, President Lee explained the planned expansion of the Geunyang Dream initiative in May, saying, “It means everyone will receive at least the minimum amount of food (needed) at all times.” He continued, "This initiative came about in response to the story of people arre
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-02-04 17:58
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UN members ROK Foreign Minister-U.S. Secretary of State Maintain High-Leve…
UNJournal Kayla Lee | Korea’s Foreign Minister Cho Hyun held an ROK-U.S. Foreign Ministers' Meeting with U.S. Secretary of State and National Security Advisor Marco Rubio on February 3 (local time). Minister Cho is visiting Washington, D.C., to attend the U.S.-led Critical Minerals Ministerial Meeting. Both ministers exchanged views on implementing the ROK-U.S. Summit Joint Fact Sheet (JFS), North Korea issues, and regional and global situations. Minister Cho recalled Secretary Rubio's contribution to reaching agreement on the JFS text and proposed moving forward with swift and substantive imp
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-02-04 17:55
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South Korea Samsung Electronics to Distribute 1.3 Trillion Won in Q4 Specia…
UNJournal Kayla Lee | Samsung Electronics will distribute 1.3 trillion won in special dividends based on its fourth-quarter 2025 results. The move further strengthens the company's shareholder return policy in conjunction with the implementation of the separate taxation system for dividend income, and satisfies the government's requirements for listed companies that are designated "high-dividend" providers. Samsung Electronics announced through a disclosure on January 29 that "in accordance with our 2024–2026 shareholder return policy, we have decided on a Q4 special dividend in addition to ou
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-01-29 11:45
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UN members Oman Offers New Tourism Opportunities to Korean Travel Age…
UNJournal Kayla Lee | In a new step to strengthen its presence in global tourism markets, the Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism and in cooperation with the Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in Seoul, hosted representatives from leading Korean travel agencies as part of an exceptional familiarization tour held from 15 to 22 January 2026. The tour provided representatives of Hana Tour, Mode Tour, Very Good Tour, MyRealTrip, and Yanatrip with a unique opportunity to discover the diversity of Oman’s tourism product, which combines cultural authenticity, stunning
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-01-29 11:00
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ArtsㅡCulture At 103, Master Calligrapher Nam Sang-jun Refuses to Put Down…
By UNJournal Kayla Lee | When someone wakes up at age 103, the day is normally a quiet one. A quiet day can still be productive; one such centenarian routinely reaches for a writing brush. Born in 1923, Master Nam Sang-jun has lived as a hyeokpil (leather brush) calligrapher for over 60 years since studying under Master Dong Ji-seong in 1961. The hyeokpil held in his fingertips is not limited to Hangeul. It embraces Chinese characters and even extends to the Roman letters of English. He teaches his disciples not just how to wield a leather brush when writing art, but also how to make and use a
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-01-28 16:17
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UN members BAVIK Hosts 2026 New Year Event, Beginning New Chapter in Ko…
By UNJournal Kayla Lee | The Korean-Vietnamese Business Association (BAVIK) held its New Year event on January 25, bringing together major business leaders from both Korea and Vietnam. The event was organized by Jeon Yong-heon, Chairman of the Korea-Vietnam Forum, and was particularly notable for the large attendance of young Vietnamese entrepreneurs, creating a warm and friendly atmosphere. Vietnamese attendees included Vietnam’s Ambassador to Korea Vu Ho, BAVIK Chairman Dao Tuan Hong, Vice Chairman Nguyen Viet Phong, and Vice President Won Jeong-min. Tran Khanh Van, Vietnam News Agency Seoul
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- 2026-01-28 13:17
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ArtsㅡCulture Peace blooming from the brush tips of K-Folk painting, "The…
By UN Journal Kayla Lee The K-Folk Painting Invitational Exhibition, "Folk Painting, the Beauty of Korea," held in Minsk, Belarus, was more than just a simple exhibition. With over 6,000 local residents in attendance, it was a vivid testament to cultural diplomacy, demonstrating how the warm sensibility and artistic spirit of Korean folk painting transcends borders and permeates the hearts of a nation. Folk painting is a painting born from the everyday lives of nameless people, yet it embodies wisdom, hope, and the desire for peace. Tigers, lotuses, the sun and moon, fortune and longevity. The
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-12-02 16:48
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UN members WHO warns, “Global measles cases surge as 30 million child…
By UN Journal Kayla Lee Measles deaths have dropped by 88 per cent since 2000 – yet an estimated 95,000 people, mostly children, still died from the virus last year, the UN World Health Organization (WHO) warned on Nov. 28. Officials said global outbreaks are accelerating as millions of children remain under-immunized following years of COVID-19 pandemic-related disruption, according to the UN News. “Measles remains one of the most contagious respiratory viruses,” said Dr. Kate O’Brien, WHO’s Director of Immunization, Vaccines and Biologicals. “One person can infect up to 18 others. Many peopl
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-12-01 16:17
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South Korea [Special Feature] Pride of a 40-year kimchi legacy: Future o…
By UN Journal Kayla Lee | There is someone who has developed this kimchi not merely as a food item, but as a healthy dish embodying Korean culture and science. That person is Kimchi Master Kim Soon-ja, CEO of Seohan Food Co. The 40-year-old kimchi master brand, previously known as ‘Hansung Food’, has declared its full-scale leap into the global market under its new name, ‘Seohan Food Co.’ This company name change is seen not merely as a brand refresh, but as a milestone elevating the Korean kimchi industry to a new level. It builds upon CEO Kim Soon-ja's 40 years of accumulated fermentation te
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-11-19 15:54
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South Korea KBIOHealth Chairman Lee says, “Making Osong the Heart of G…
By UN Journal Kayla Lee As the biohealth industry rapidly emerges as a key future growth engine for the nation, the importance of a comprehensive support platform spanning the entire lifecycle is growing rapidly. The Osong Advanced Medical Industry Promotion Foundation (KBIOHealth), located in Osong, Chungcheongbuk-do, is Korea's only comprehensive bio support institution. It supports the entire process from research and development (R&D) through non-clinical studies, clinical trials, prototype production, quality control, licensing, commercialization, and global expansion—ensuring bio pro
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-11-17 16:56
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ArtsㅡCulture 2027 Seoul World Youth Day (WYD) success prayer concert: ‘…
By UN Journal Kayla Lee Praying for the successful hosting of the 2027 World Youth Day in Seoul, the ‘Concert of Love’ commemorating the 78th anniversary of the establishment of Jamwon-dong Cathedral of the Catholic Archdiocese of Seoul will be held on the evening of November 15 in the main sanctuary. This concert will be open to all, featuring free admission and open seating, designed as an inclusive festival for both parishioners and local residents. Amidst the gentle melodies enveloping late autumn, the parish community will share a time of faith filled with hope and love. Ahead of the 2027
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-11-13 14:46
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UN members Two ROK-led resolutions simultaneously adopted at UNGA 1s…
By UN Journal Kayla Lee At the 80th session of the UNGA First Committee, two resolutions submitted by the Republic of Korea (ROK) were adopted on Thursday, November 6, with overwhelming support from UN Member States: “Artificial Intelligence in the Military Domain and its Implications for International Peace and Security,” co-tabled by the ROK and the Netherlands, and “Youth, Disarmament and Non-proliferation,” tabled solely by the ROK, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. The “Artificial Intelligence in the Military Domain and its Implications for International Peace and Security” resolution
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-11-11 10:29
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UN members Foreign Minister Cho holds telephone conversation with his…
By UN Journal Kayla Lee Foreign Minister Cho Hyun held his first telephone conversation with Finnish Minister of Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen on November 5, exchanging views on bilateral relations and the international situation. Minister Cho noted the strengthening of substantive cooperation between South Korea and Finland in areas such as the defense industry and key minerals, and expressed his hope that they would deepen cooperation across all sectors through active high-level exchanges. Minister Valtonen congratulated Minister Cho on his inauguration and praised South Korea's successful
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2025-11-07 11:34
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