주한 멕시코 대사 “월드컵 기대…형제 같은 양국, 음식·문화 닮았다”

Mexican Ambassador to Korea linked the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup to the deeper story of Koreans in Mexico, from the first wave of migration in 1905 to the fifth-generation descendants who now form the heart of the very cities hosting the games.

2026-03-16

Mexican ambassador points to upcoming FIFA World Cup match, shared cuisine between 'brother' nations

From savoring tequila “like a kiss” to the parallels between corn and rice, the bond between Korea and Mexico is complex yet passionate, as Mexican Ambassador to Korea Carlos Peñafiel Soto expresses in his interview with the Korea JoongAng Daily.

2026-03-10

[대사의 식탁] “한국과 프랑스는 140년 여정의 동반자… 새 지평 함께 열 것”

For French Ambassador Philippe Bertoux, an avid hiker who enjoys exploring South Korea's mountains, the longstanding bond between Seoul and Paris is much like a long hike with a trusted friend that grows more intimate with every step.

2026-03-02

French envoy in Seoul says both nations can 'conquer new summits' after 140-year journey together

For French Ambassador Philippe Bertoux, an avid hiker who enjoys exploring South Korea's mountains, the longstanding bond between Seoul and Paris is much like a long hike with a trusted friend that grows more intimate with every step.

2026-02-23

Modern hanbok and Maori wisdom: How New Zealand's ambassador connects with Korea

“He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata.” This Māori proverb perfectly captures New Zealand Ambassador Dawn Bennet's philosophy of connection and community.

2025-12-15

Taste of Italy mixes with local touches at Park Hyatt's Cornerstone

With five-star hospitality and a chef who has spent over two decades in hotel kitchens, Cornerstone becomes a seamless two-hour experience where every detail plays its part.

2025-11-17

From spaghetti to space, Italian ambassador eyes long-term cooperation with Korea

From the proper way to twirl pasta to the playful gesture of pinching one’s cheek to say “che buono!” after a delicious meal, Italian Ambassador to Korea Emilia Gatto sees cuisine not only as something delicious but as a symbol of Italian identity.

2025-11-17

German ambassador encourages both Koreas to 'avoid war, be less belligerent'

In an interview with the Korea JoongAng Daily, the German Ambassador to Korea discusses key issues such as unification and immigration while also introducing readers to his favorite restaurant that has cuisine from his homeland.

2025-10-13

At Korea's Irish pub 'office,' ambassador shares lessons from home on inclusion and peace

When Irish Ambassador to Korea Michelle Winthrop wants to meet Irish citizens, talk policy or just relax over live music, she heads not to her chancery in Jung District, but to a pub in Itaewon.

2025-09-24

Thai envoy urges greater public awareness of foreign workers' hardships

Korea is now home to more Thai expatriates than almost anywhere else in the world, but behind the numbers are stories of hardship and risk that Thailand’s ambassador in Seoul, Tanee Sangrat, says can no longer be overlooked.

2025-09-11

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