‘Koreans are the Italians of Asia’: Italian ambassador

South Korea and Italy are "similar and complementary" countries, Italian Ambassador to Korea Emilia Gatto said as the two nations celebrated Italy's Republic Day in Seoul on Tuesday.

"Korea truly loves 'Made in Italy,' and Italy truly loves K-culture," Gatto said, highlighting the strong cultural affinity between the two countries.

At the event, marking the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic, Gatto noted that bilateral ties continue to deepen, adding that President Lee Jae Myung is expecte ...