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UN members Presidents Lee and Marcos Mark 77 Years of Korea-Philippines Friendship at State Banquet
UN Journal Kayla Lee | President Lee Jae Myung and First Lady Kim Hye Kyung attended a state banquet hosted by Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. at Malacañang Palace in Manila on the evening of March 3, as part of President Lee's ongoing state visit to the Philippines. In his dinner remarks, President Marcos noted that the two leaders had agreed to fully realize the potential of the Korea-Philippines Free Trade Agreement for the benefit of both peoples. He also highlighted areas of cooperation including investment in the Philippines' military modernization, coast guard capaci
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-03-04 14:38
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UN members President Lee and PM Wong Chart New Course for Korea-Singapore Strategic Partnership
UN Journal Kayla Lee | Korean President Lee Jae Myung held a summit on the morning of March 2 with Prime Minister Lawrence Wong during his state visit to Singapore. The two engaged in wide-ranging discussions on ways to deepen the strategic bilateral partnership, as well as major international issues, including the situation on the Korean Peninsula and developments in the Middle East. Prime Minister Wong welcomed President Lee, noting his pleasure at receiving him in Singapore just over four months after their previous summit in Seoul last November. He described the visit as "an important cata
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-03-04 10:46
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UN members Singapore President Highlights Shared Values with Korea at State Dinner
UN Journal Kayla Lee | On March 2, Singaporean President Tharman Shanmugaratnam hosted a state dinner in honor of President Lee Jae Myung’s official visit to Singapore. President Tharman expressed warm camaraderie, noting the many similarities between Korea and Singapore such as men in both countries fulfill mandatory military service. He added that he was delighted BTS would be performing in Singapore in December after completing their service obligations. President Tharman also noted that the people of the two nations are growing closer in everyday areas such as arts, culture, and sports, em
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-03-04 10:42
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UN members Business Climate Analysis of Uzbekistan – CERR Survey
UNJournal Kayla Lee | In January, growth in the business climate was mainly driven by an outpacing increase in the expectations component. The agricultural sector and services became the key drivers of business confidence. The Center for Economic Research and Reforms (CERR) presented the results of its business climate analysis based on monthly surveys of entrepreneurs across the republic. Based on the collected data, a composite Business Climate Indicator was formed, reflecting both current assessments of business conditions and expectations for the next 3 months. Dynamics of Uzbekistan’s Com
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-03-03 13:26
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UN members AI Partners and Cultural Allies: Korea and Singapore Deepen Ties
UNJournal Jon Lee | Cheong Wa Dae Spokesperson Kang Yu-jeong released the following statement on March 2 about President Lee Jae-Myeong's meetings in Singapore: At tonight's state dinner, Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam expressed warm feelings of kinship, noting the many things Korea and Singapore have in common. He began by pointing out that men in both countries are required to fulfill mandatory military service, adding that he was delighted BTS had completed their service and would be performing in Singapore in December. He also noted that the people of both nations are growing c
- Jon Lee 기자
- 2026-03-03 11:12
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UN members February 18-19 USFK Drills over Korea's West Sea Lead to Conflicting Accounts
UNJournal Jon Lee | Multiple Korean news outlets are covering contradictory statements released by the offices of U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) Commander General Xavier Brunson and the Republic of Korea's Ministry of National Defense (MND). According to a February 25 Korea Times article, the controversy arose "from a large-scale U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) drill conducted Feb. 18 and 19 from Osan Air Base, during which U.S. fighter jets carried out more than 100 sorties over waters west of the Korean Peninsula. Chinese warplanes also scrambled in response, leading to a short aerial standoff between th
- Jon Lee 기자
- 2026-02-28 10:19
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UN members Shared Pain, Shared Promise: Azerbaijan and Korea Reflect on Khojaly at Third Annual Symposium
UNJournal Kayla Lee | On February 26, the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the Republic of Korea (ERA) and the DGIEA Korea–Azerbaijan Association held the Third Symposium dedicated to the 34th anniversary of the Khojaly Genocide. "On the night of 25–26 February 1992, Armenia's armed forces attacked the town of Khojaly and perpetrated mass atrocities against the Azerbaijani civilian population," the Embassy explained in a post-symposium statement. "During the bloodshed, 613 people — including 63 children, 106 women, and 70 elderly persons — were killed with particular cruelty" — with an
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-02-28 10:14
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UN members Tokayev’s U.S. Visit Advances Kazakhstan’s Economic Agenda
UNJournal Kayla Lee | The visit of Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to the United States provided an opportunity for targeted negotiations with major international corporations and financial institutions, centered on long-term investment, production localization, and Kazakhstan’s integration into global value chains. One of the key outcomes was the signing of an investment agreement worth approximately $180 million between Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Agriculture and Mars, Incorporated. The company plans to build a pet food production plant in the city of Alatau. The project will focus on th
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-02-25 10:25
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UN members Korea and Brazil Elevate Ties to Strategic Partnership After 67 Years
UNJournal Kayla Lee | President Lee Jae-myung and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva held a summit at Cheong Wa Dae on February 23 and agreed to elevate bilateral relations to a “Strategic Partnership” for the first time in 67 years since establishing diplomatic ties in 1959. Immediately following the talks, the two leaders announced in a joint press statement the adoption of the “Korea-Brazil Four-Year Action Plan,” encompassing political and economic ties, practical cooperation, and civilian exchanges, and stated it would serve as the mid-to-long-term roadmap for bilateral coopera
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-02-25 07:10
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UN members Korea Rolls Out the Red Carpet for Brazil's Lula
UNJournal Kayla Lee | President Lee Jae-myung extended the highest level of diplomatic honors to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva during his state visit to Korea on February 23, with Cheong Wa Dae describing the reception as a reflection of "President Lula and First Lady Janja Lula da Silva's personal tastes and Korea’s deep respect for the Brazilian people and their culture." President Lula arrived the previous day and held a summit with President Lee at Cheong Wa Dae that morning. Upon arrival, President Lula and his wife were escorted by a 70-member marching band and traditiona
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-02-24 11:07
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UN members Korea and India Chart New Course for Economic Partnership
UNJournal Kayla Lee | Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources (MOTIR) attended the Korea–India Economic Cooperation Conference on February 20, 2026, at the Lotte Hotel Seoul. Held under the theme “The Future of Korea–India Economic Cooperation for Shared Prosperity,” the conference examined practical directions for future economic cooperation with India, a country drawing growing attention as a next-generation manufacturing base and key supply chain hub, backed by its vast domestic market and an annual growth rate of 6 to 7 percent. The event brought togethe
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-02-23 13:23
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UN members Korea-Netherlands Launch Inaugural Foreign Affairs-Industry Dialogue
UNJournal Kayla Lee | The Republic of Korea (ROK) and the Kingdom of Netherlands held the first Korea–Netherlands 2+2 Foreign and Industry High-Level Dialogue on February 11 at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in Seoul. On the ROK side were Minister of Foreign Affairs Cho Hyun and Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources. Minister of Foreign Affairs David van Weel and Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation Aukje de Vries represented the Netherlands. As both countries are bound by a Strategic Partnership, the dialogue addresses political,
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-02-12 17:17
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UN members Iran's Revolution at 47: An Evening of History and Diplomacy in Seoul
UN Journal Kayla Lee | On February 10, H.E. Saeed Koozechi, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran, hosted a reception to mark the 47th Anniversary of Iran’s Islamic Revolution (celebrated on February 11). The event was held in the Shilla Hotel’s Hanok-inspired YeongBinGwan Hall. Before the official ceremony, a video introduced Iran’s long legacy. It began with a reference to the legend of the archer Arash, who gave his all to secure a vast land for his people, and included scenes from Iran’s diverse and beautiful landscapes, including the green hills of Torkaman Sahra and the stunning ter
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-02-12 09:24
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UN members Royal Thai Armed Forces Day Reception in Seoul Highlights Enduring Partnership
UNJournal Kayla Lee | Observed annually on January 18, Royal Thai Armed Forces Day honors the courage, service, and dedication of the military in safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty and security. The date commemorates the historic victory of King Naresuan the Great in 1593, a defining moment in Thai history that symbolizes bravery, strategic leadership, and national pride. To celebrate this legacy, the Royal Thai Embassy and the Office of the Defense Attaché hosted a reception on the evening of February 6, 2026, at the Ministry of National Defense Convention Hall in Seoul. The event drew a d
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-02-10 09:34
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UN members Critical Minerals Ministerial Launches FORGE to Counter China's Dominance
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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