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French Ambassador to Korea Philippe Bertoux speaks during an interview with the Korea JoongAng Daily on Feb. 12 at Chez Laurent, a French bistro in Yongsan District, central Seoul, with classic French dishes served on the table in front of him. [PARK SANG-MOON]

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.

2026.2.22

The Cuban flag flutters in the wind after being raised at the Cuban Embassy reopening ceremony in Washington in this file photo dated July 20, 2015. [REUTERS/YONHAP]

South Korea, Cuba to set up permanent missions in each other's capitals

South Korea and Cuba will open permanent missions in each other’s countries, Seoul’s Foreign Ministry announced Sunday. The move comes after the two nations established diplomatic relations in February.

2024.4.29

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We can choose both the U.S. and China

Many people say South Korea must choose between America and China, but I do not agree. We don’t have to choose.

2022.8.28

Foreign Minister Park Jin, center left, Chinese Ambassador to Korea Xing Haiming, center right, and other dignitaries cut a cake at the official ceremony marking the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and China at the Four Seasons Hotel in central Seoul Wednesday evening. A similar event was held simultaneously in Beijing. [JOINT PRESS CORPS]

Leaders mark 30th anniversary of Korea-China ties despite challenges

The leaders of South Korea and China exchanged congratulatory letters on the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations Wednesday, both sides calling for deepening of ties despite steep diplomatic challenges.

2022.8.24

Toward a better 30 years

China must reflect on the history of the fall of imperialistic dynasties after their oppressive and aggressive campaigns against neighbors. Peace and security must be respected for all countries.

2022.8.24

For the next three decades

The Yoon Suk-yeol must maintain solid principles based on universal values while adroitly explaining its position to China at the same time so as not to damage their relations in the future.

2022.8.23

Looking back on the past 30 years

We must seriously ruminate on what China means to Korea and what relationship the two should build on.

2022.8.23

Koreans are growing much less fond of China

South Koreans harbor overwhelmingly negative opinions of China amid simmering tensions over South Korea's participation in a U.S.-led antimissile system, according to a JoongAng Ilbo survey released ahead of the 30th anniversary of diplomatic ties.

2022.8.22

Slovenian Foreign Minister Anze Logar sits for an interview with the Korea JoongAng Daily at the Lotte Hotel in central Seoul on Monday morning. Slovenia will launch its new embassy in Korea this summer, he said. [PARK SANG-MOON]

Slovenian foreign minister announces new embassy in Seoul

Slovenia is set to open its embassy to Korea “in the coming weeks,” the Central European country’s foreign minister said Monday in his first visit to Seoul, in an effort to enhance exchanges ahead of 30 years of diplomatic relations.

2021.6.7