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Time to stimulate India-Korea links through Buddhism, traditional medicine
India and Korea must stimulate deeper academic, cultural and research engagement, Heero Hito, a Buddhist leader and adviser at India's Subharti School of Buddhist Studies, said in an interview with The Korea Herald on Friday. Buddhism, born in India and deeply rooted in the cultural fabric of Korea, has not grown significantly in either nation in recent times, according to Hito. "Through active international cooperation, cross-cultural events and collective action, we must revive the teachings o
April 16, 2025 - 16:27:19
Indian Embassy, Dongguk University team up for Buddha’s Birthday
The Indian Embassy and Dongguk University commemorated Buddha’s Birthday with a lantern lighting ceremony on Thursday. Buddha’s Birthday is celebrated in Korea on the eighth day of the fourth lunar month, which this year falls on May 5. More than 500 people attended the ceremony to see the lighting of 16,000 lanterns representing Buddhist compassion, wisdom and spiritual bonds, according to the embassy, underscoring India’s deep Buddhist heritage. “In India, there is deep reverence for the teach
April 15, 2025 - 15:56:58
[Bridge to Africa] Morocco-Korea cooperation essential bridge for global trade, says minister
South Korea and Morocco have steadily showed strength despite global trade uncertainties and will emerge even stronger together, said Moroccan Minister of Industry and Trade Ryad Mezzour in an interview with The Korea Herald on April 9. During his visit to Seoul, Mezzour met his South Korean counterpart Ahn Duk-geun to boost industrial cooperation and trade and to initiate talks on an economic partnership agreement. They discussed supply chains, the digital industry and investment opportunities
April 15, 2025 - 11:30:05![[Bridge to Africa] Morocco-Korea cooperation essential bridge for global trade, says minister](https://wimg.heraldcorp.com/news/cms/2025/04/16/news-p.v1.20250412.e249c1a2003b4ffd861301419e583477_T1.jpg?type=h&h=320)
Bangladesh marks 54th Independence Day in Seoul
The Bangladesh Embassy in Seoul commemorated the country's 54th Independence Day on Monday, honoring Bangladesh’s struggle for freedom and celebrating enduring bilateral ties with South Korea. The event served as a solemn reminder of Bangladesh’s nine-month Liberation War in 1971 and the sacrifices made by its people. Delivering remarks at the celebration, Tarazul Islam, charge d’affaires at the Bangladesh Embassy, paid homage to the valiant freedom fighters and martyrs of the war, as well as th
April 15, 2025 - 11:25:22
Diplomats urge removing ICC jurisdiction limits at Seoul event
Diplomats and legal experts reviewed the Rome Statute and advocated for greater international support for the International Criminal Court, particularly in addressing crimes of aggression at the event, Conference on the Review of the ICC's Rome Statute, held in Seoul on Thursday. A conference hosted by the embassies of Germany, Estonia and Poland at the Goethe-Institut Seoul drew over 100 participants, including diplomats, students and legal professionals. In his keynote remarks, German Ambassad
April 15, 2025 - 11:20:48
[Bridge to Africa] Rwanda honors 1994 genocide victims, calls for lessons from history
The Rwandan Embassy in Seoul marked the 31st anniversary of the 1994 genocide of the Tutsi with a solemn remembrance ceremony on Monday, urging the international community to learn from history to achieve peace and justice. Commemorating the "Kwibuka31" ceremony, the embassy remembered the genocide that claimed the lives of more than 1 million people in just 100 days, mostly Tutsi and moderate Hutu. Adriel Niyodusaba, representing the Rwandan community in South Korea, called the genocide “an uni
April 7, 2025 - 17:49:26![[Bridge to Africa] Rwanda honors 1994 genocide victims, calls for lessons from history](https://wimg.heraldcorp.com/news/cms/2025/04/16/news-p.v1.20250407.908ef727e7ca4daca7144114101f2f82_T1.jpg?type=h&h=320)
Peru Embassy holds photo exhibition in Seoul
The Embassy of Peru in South Korea is showcasing an exhibition titled “A Sombre Aspect” at the Korea Foundation Gallery from March 27 to May 16. The exhibition features the works of Peruvian photographer and artist Roberto Huarcaya, known for his large-scale photograms and innovative approach to visual storytelling. Among the works on display are “Band of Musicians from Coyllurqui,” “Yawar Fiesta,” “Eucalyptus Forest,” “Flying Dancers” and “Scissors Dance Children,” which give an insight into Pe
April 7, 2025 - 17:26:33
Israel Embassy donates relief supplies to wildfire victims
The Embassy of Israel in South Korea has donated relief supplies to support local residents affected by the devastating wildfires in the Yeongnam region, said the Israeli Embassy in Seoul on Friday. The assistance, provided through MASHAV, Israel’s official aid agency, aims to help displaced residents in Andong recover from the disaster. Sharing a press statement with The Korea Herald, the embassy said that relief supplies coordinated through the Korean Red Cross will be used for disaster recove
April 7, 2025 - 17:16:51
[Bridge to Africa] Tanzania, Korea discuss critical minerals
Experts from Tanzania and South Korea discussed minerals critical for future industries, such as graphite, nickel, lithium and rare earth elements, at the Tanzania-South Korea Critical Mineral Roadshow in Seoul. Jointly organized by the Tanzanian Embassy in Seoul and the Korea Institute of Geoscience and Mineral Resources (KIGAM), the roadshow follows the June 2024 agreement between South Korea and Tanzania to enhance resource and mineral cooperation. During the first-ever Korea-Africa Summit he
April 7, 2025 - 17:05:57![[Bridge to Africa] Tanzania, Korea discuss critical minerals](https://wimg.heraldcorp.com/news/cms/2025/04/16/news-p.v1.20250404.34028c6225924bcfa2e625ffddec7d74_T1.jpeg?type=h&h=320)
Tajikistan marks Navruz in Seoul
The Embassy of Tajikistan in Seoul marked the ancient festival of Navruz on Saturday, celebrating peace, renewal and Tajik people’s traditions. Navruz, meaning “New Day,” heralds the arrival of spring and is observed annually on March 21, the vernal equinox. The celebration traces back over 6,000 years, with historical ties to the Silk Road and widespread observance in countries such as Iran, India, Turkey and Central Asia. The festival is said to have a tradition of thousands of years in region
April 7, 2025 - 17:04:35
Envoy highlights Kyrgyzstan’s appeal as travel destination
Kyrgyz Ambassador to Korea Aida Ismailova highlighted Kyrgyzstan's appeal as a tourist destination at a book launch for "Why Kyrgyzstan?" on Tuesday. Authored by Korean writer Cho Yong-pil, the book delves into life lessons learned from the country, highlighting the importance of living in the present rather than waiting to explore a new life after retirement. “Kyrgyzstan is a country blessed with magnificent mountain ranges, crystal-clear lakes, rich cultural heritage and warm hospitality,” Ism
March 31, 2025 - 18:41:08
S. Korea, Uzbekistan to collaborate on ecological research, policy development
South Korea and Uzbekistan agreed Thursday to collaborate on joint ecological research and policy development. The agreement was signed between Uzbekistan’s Center for State Environmental Expertise and the Korea Environment Institute. The memorandum focuses on environmental policies through enhanced impact assessment systems, increased public participation, joint strategic projects, legislative alignment with international standards, carbon footprint reduction initiatives and specialist training
March 31, 2025 - 18:40:56
Germany open to South Korea’s defense goals, but talks needed: ambassador
Germany is aware of the ambitious goals of South Korea's Defense Acquisition Program Administration, but talks are needed for any specific cooperation to happen, Georg Schmidt, German ambassador to South Korea, told reporters at a briefing on Tuesday. DAPA aims to achieve significant advancements in Korea's defense industry by enhancing transparency, efficiency and expertise in national defense procurement, promoting a competitive system and realizing industrial growth through export promotion a
March 31, 2025 - 13:34:24
UAE holds 'Emirati Values Iftar' in Seoul
The UAE Embassy in Seoul hosted the Emirati Values Iftar in Seoul on Saturday. The initiative is part of Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, regarded as the mother of the nation in the UAE, who also serves as chairwoman of the General Women's Union, supreme chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation, and president of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood. “Our authentic values are deeply rooted in our past, passed down from our founding fathers, and continue to guide us to this day,” So
March 25, 2025 - 12:52:31
UAE promotes interfaith dialogue in Korea
The UAE Embassy in Seoul hosted an interfaith dialogue on Wednesday, coinciding with the holy month of Ramadan. The event celebrated the tradition of iftar while underlining the UAE’s core value of tolerance. In his remarks at the event, UAE Ambassador to Korea, Abdulla Saif Al Nuaimi, underscored his nation’s commitment to tolerance and coexistence. He underscored the legacy of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the UAE’s Founding Father, in promoting these values globally. Sheikh Zayed bin Sul
March 24, 2025 - 18:01:55
