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Vietnam's Phu Quoc island to transform into grand commercial hub ahead of 2027 APEC summit

A year ago, the southern coastline of Phu Quoc, Vietnam's largest island, held only open water. By next autumn, the area will be ready to host one of the most important gatherings in its history: the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum.

2026.4.29

Senior government officials including President Lee Jae Myung, fifth from left in the front, pose for a group photograph on the sidelines of the APEC summit in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang, on Nov. 1, 2025. [PRESIDENTIAL OFFICE]

North Gyeongsang launches initiatives to boost overnight tourism

North Gyeongsang province, following last year's APEC summit, recorded a 12.8% increase in visitors, rising from 69.9 million to 78.9 million. However, overnight stays only saw a slight increase, with lodging conversion rates remaining low.

2026.3.31

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President Lee Jae Myung, right, and first lady Kim Hea Kyung wave as they depart for state visits to Singapore and the Philippines from Seoul Air Base in Seongnam, Gyeonggi on March 1. [NEWS1]

Lee sets off for Singapore, Philippines on Southeast Asia cooperation trip

President Lee Jae Myung was set to depart for Singapore on Sunday for a two-nation swing that also includes a visit to the Philippines, with plans to discuss expanding cooperation with both Southeast Asian nations.

2026.3.1

New Zealand Ambassador to Korea Dawn Bennet speaks during an interview with the Korea JoongAng Daily over a New Zealand-style brunch at Neighbours, a café-restaurant in Yongsan District, central Seoul, on Nov. 28. [PARK SANG-MOON]

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.

2025.12.14

Hwangnidan-gil, a popular tourist district in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang, is selected as the Tourism Destination of the Year in the 2025 Korea Tourism Awards by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. [NORTH GYEONGSANG MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT]

Gyeongju's Hwangnidan-gil among Korea Tourism Awards' tourist destinations of the year

Gyeongju’s Hwangnidan-gil neighborhood was named one of the Korea Tourism Awards’ tourist destinations of the year, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism said Friday.

2025.11.30

Executive Sous Chef Lee Yong-seung holds up the Trump Cheeseburger Set, custom-made for U.S. President Donald Trump during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit, at the Hilton Gyeongju in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang. [BAEK JONG-HYUN]

From ‘Trump Burger’ to ‘Wolmyeong Cake’: A look into the APEC menu

During the 2025 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang, the culinary offerings drew as much attention as the diplomatic talks. What dishes made it onto the plates of world leaders?

2025.11.12

Prime Minister Kim Min-seok delivers congratulatory remarks during a welcome dinner at the APEC CEO Summit in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang, on Oct. 28, in this photo provided by his office. [YONHAP]

PM orders crafting of comprehensive police reform measures

Prime Minister Kim Min-seok ordered the interior ministry and the police agency Tuesday to craft a comprehensive plan to reform the police in tandem with the prosecution.

2025.11.11

Eduardo Pedrosa, executive director of the APEC Secretariat, talks during a session at the QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific 2025 on Nov. 4. [QS QUACQUARELLI SYMONDS]

Future of education: APEC Secretariat chief offers insights into AI Initiative

With the recent APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting ending with the unveiling of the APEC AI Initiative, an opportunity for Korea's industry and its universities has appeared in the development of the technology.

2025.11.5

Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi's video posted on his X account on Oct. 30 showing himself drinking coffee sponsored for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit [SCREEN CAPTURE]

Japanese foreign minister's praise of Imunika Coffee at APEC goes viral

A video of Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi introducing a coffee brand that supplied the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit has gone viral.

2025.11.5

A box of Hwangnam-ppang, pastry filled with sweet red bean paste that is a local specialty, sent to the Chinese delegation to welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping to Korea for a three-day state visit since Thursday. [PRESIDENTIAL OFFICE]

Beware of fake Hwangnam-ppang, Gyeongju bakery warns after pastry's popularity soars

Hwangnam-ppang, the famed sweet red bean pastry from Gyeongju, has warned consumers against resellers and counterfeit products after its popularity surged during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit.

2025.11.4