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India participates in international startup festival in Seoul
SEOUL, December 18 (AJP) - A high-level Indian delegation participated in COMEUP 2024, an international startup festival held at COEX in southern Seoul on December 11 and 12. The event, designed to support global startups, offered networking opportunities, business matchmaking, and investment prospects. The Indian delegation, led by Shrimati Aarti Bhatnagar, Additional Secretary and Financial Adviser (AS&FA, Deputy Minister) of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Inte
December 18, 2024 -
Philippine Embassy celebrates 75 Years of friendship with Korea through its weaving culture
SEOUL, December 17 (AJP) -The Embassy of the Philippines in the Republic of Korea kicked off a special exhibition celebrating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and the Philippines. The opening ceremony held in Insadong, a cultural hub in central Seoul, attracted dozens of distinguished guests. The exhibition showcases various woven textiles from across the Philippines, highlighting the rich history of the country’s weaving culture. Featuring
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Global experts to discuss AI's impact on communication in Istanbul
SEOUL, December 12 (AJP) - A global forum focusing on the evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in communication is set to kick off in Istanbul on Friday. Organized by Türkiye's Directorate of Communications, the International Strategic Communication Forum, also known as Stratcom Summit, will bring together government officials, academics, and industry leaders to discuss the latest AI trends, challenges, and transformative potential in communication. Over 3,000
December 12, 2024 -
French Embassy celebrates cultural milestones and a bright future in Seoul
SEOUL, December 10 (AJP) - The French Embassy in Seoul hosted an evening reception on Monday to celebrate the launch of the French government’s global promotional campaign, "Make It Iconic." The event also highlighted the success of the 2024 Paris Olympics and the reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral. "Make It Iconic," an ambitious international campaign envisioned by French President Emmanuel Macron, officially launched in October. The campaign aims to en
December 10, 2024 -
Martial law crisis won't impact Korea-US alliance, Austin says
SEOUL, December 09 (AJP) - U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Monday South Korea's recent martial law crisis won't affect the "ironclad" alliance between the two countries. "Our relationship with the ROK (Republic of Korea) is ironclad, and I expect that it will continue to be," Austin told reporters aboard the USS George Washington aircraft carrier at Yokosuka Naval Base near Tokyo. He noted that high-level military communications continue u
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SingCham Korea hosts gala in Seoul to foster ties with Korea
SEOUL, December 05 (AJP) - The Singapore Chamber of Commerce in Korea (SingCham Korea) held its first gala event, bringing together over 200 distinguished guests from the business, diplomatic, and cultural communities. The event, held at the Signiel Seoul hotel on Nov. 29, was a night of celebration, collaboration, and reflection on the chamber's achievements and growing role in fostering ties between Singapore and South Korea. Set against the backdrop of Seoul's city s
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French Embassy honors promising young talents in Seoul
SEOUL, December 4 (AJP) - Young French talents here were awarded prizes at the French Embassy in Seoul on Tuesday. The creation of the prizes dedicated to young French talent in South Korea were proposed by Benjamin Joinau, Councillor for the French abroad, in order to highlight and encourage a number of young French people living in South Korea and active in the fields of research, business and education. Supported by the embassy and various French organizations such as the Fren
December 4, 2024 -
Chilean envoy hopes AJP uncovers untold stories with diverse coverage
SEOUL, December 2 (AJP) - Chilean Consul to South Korea Lucas Pavez expressed his hope that AJP, a new English-language news outlet, would provide readers with comprehensive news stories, in an interview with Aju Business Daily last month. "AJP should cover more than just brief news updates or snippets," he said, welcoming the official launch of the Asian news hub this week. "Its true value lies in offering in-depth analysis of the emerging region's current issues
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Turkish envoy highlights importance of diverse perspectives as AJP bridges Asian countries
SEOUL, December 2 (AJP) - "AJP's perspectives on Asia will be of great importance, as it is dedicated to delivering diverse viewpoints from Asian countries including China, Japan, and Viet Nam," said Sercan Doğan, a communications counselor at the Türkiye Embassy in Seoul, during an interview with Aju Business Daily last month. "It is very exciting for Turkish readers to see the launch of AJP as Asia's new English-language news hub, offering them the oppo
December 2, 2024
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Cost drives South Korean travelers' choices, survey finds
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Yoon's troop deployment under martial law raises questions about alliance: US Congress report
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Stray Kids' latest album claims top spot on Billboard chart
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Opposition party to push for Acting President's impeachment this week
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Executive promotions plunge across major conglomerates amid economic uncertainty
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Historical espionage film 'Harbin' set for release in North America
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Hotels see growing demand of seasonal products
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Consumer sentiment in South Korea worst since November 2022
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'North Korea proposed troop deployment to Russia,' U.S. officials believe