Mexican state Nuevo Leon targets Koreans for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Mexico’s Nuevo Leon is targeting Korean travelers and soccer fans ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, highlighting strong connectivity, rising demand and an urban tourism strategy. The state recently led a delegation, including the governor and tourism minister, to South Korea, hosting an event titled “Nuevo Leon, Host State of the World Cup 2026.” Nuevo Leon has plans to host a Korea Week in June centered on Korea’s World Cup match in Monterrey, featuring K-pop and Korean food events to welcome f

2026-04-13 12:48:45:00

India, S. Korea hold consular talks

India and South Korea held their third round of consular consultations in Seoul on Tuesday. Representing the two sides, Yoon Joo-seok, director general for consular affairs and overseas Koreans, and Binoy George, director general of India’s consular division, held talks to enhance safety, mobility and services for their nationals. Officials discussed easing entry and residency procedures for South Koreans in India and bolstering protection for Korean citizens abroad, with Seoul urging New Delhi

2026-04-13 11:30:34:00

Astana adopts peace declaration with Korean participation

The Embassy of Kazakhstan in Seoul is once again highlighting the Astana Peace Declaration adopted last year. The declaration, adopted at the conclusion of the eighth Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions on Sept. 17–18, highlights religion as a force for cooperation and a trust-based global order. In a statement shared with The Korea Herald, the embassy said the declaration could expand South Korea-Central Asia cooperation in humanitarian and diplomatic areas, including academi

2026-04-10 12:35:39:00

India’s IBC, Jogye lay group discuss cooperation at Bexpo 2026

India’s International Buddhist Confederation and South Korea’s lay Buddhist community under the Jogye order discussed future cooperation at the Seoul International Buddhism Expo, or Bexpo 2026, April 4. In a courtesy meeting, IBC Director General Abhijit Halder and Jung Won-ju, president of the Lay Buddhist Association of the Jogye Order and chair of Daewoo Engineering & Construction, agreed to enhance cultural and spiritual ties between India and South Korea through shared Buddhist heritage. Bu

2026-04-09 14:44:25:00

Embassy unveils four books in Korean on Italy

The Italian Embassy in Seoul on Tuesday unveiled four Korean-language books on Italy, highlighting growing cultural exchanges between the two countries. Among the four featured authors at the event, Jung Tainam said his latest book on Rome targets readers seeking a deeper understanding of the city. In her remarks at the event, Italian Ambassador to South Korea Emilia Gatto described her residence in Seoul as a space where Italy and Korea meet, underscoring that bilateral relations have continued

2026-04-08 13:37:40:00

Rwanda honors Tutsi genocide victims

Rwanda commemorated the 32nd anniversary of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi with a solemn ceremony in Seoul on Tuesday. Hosting the commemoration as Kwibuka32 under the theme “Remember — Unite — Renew,” the Embassy of Rwanda in Seoul gathered over 150 participants at the FEBC Art Hall in Seoul's Mapo-gu, honoring victims, supporting survivors and paying tribute to those who helped end the killings. “Remembrance must remain grounded in truth,” said Rwandan ambassador Bakuramutsa Nkubito in hi

2026-04-08 12:18:36:00

Bangladesh marks Independence Day in Seoul

Bangladesh marked its 55th Independence and Martyrs Day in Seoul on Tuesday. Honoring the 1971 struggle while highlighting growing economic and strategic ties with South Korea, the Bangladeshi Embassy in Seoul commemorated the sacrifices of the Liberation War. Bangladeshi Ambassador to South Korea Toufiq Islam Shatil led the ceremony, honoring freedom fighters and what he described as the contributions of 30 million people in the independence struggle. He also referenced former President Ziaur R

2026-04-01 13:55:21:00

Uzbek deputy minister, Herald pledge deeper Korea-Uzbekistan economic diplomacy

Ilzat Kasymov, Uzbekistan’s deputy minister of investment, industry and trade, and Herald Media Group CEO Choi Jin-young on Tuesday vowed to cooperate in deepening economic ties between Korea and Uzbekistan on Tuesday. They underscored a renewed push for investment-led cooperation and expanded private-sector engagement. The discussions come ahead of the Korea-Central Asia Summit scheduled for September 2026, as both countries move to broaden cooperation in industry, trade, supply chains and inve

2026-03-31 14:14:50:00

ASEAN culture house showcases crafts in Busan

The ASEAN Culture House is showcasing textile traditions in an exhibition titled “Weaving Hands, Women’s Time: Textile Crafts of ASEAN” in Busan. Organized by the Korea Foundation, the exhibition presents textile traditions from 11 Southeast Asian countries, highlighting their history and the role of women in preserving cultural identity through weaving. The exhibition highlights UNESCO-recognized textile traditions, including Timor-Leste’s Tais, and traces weaving from traditional production to

2026-03-30 17:35:35:00

Outgoing envoy, Herald CEO eye stronger Korea-Africa ties

Outgoing Tanzanian envoy to Korea Togolani Edriss Mavura and Herald Media Group CEO Choi Jin-young discussed Tanzania-Korea relations and Africa Day cooperation on Monday. Africa Day, observed on May 25, marks the 1963 founding of the Organization of African Unity (now African Union) and celebrates African independence, culture and shared progress. Since 2024, 19 African embassies in Seoul have co-hosted the event with Herald Media Group, with this year’s celebration set for May 20. Mavura laude

2026-03-30 16:39:45:00