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N. Korea criticizes USFK commander’s ‘dagger’ remark on South Korea

North Korea on Wednesday denounced recent remarks by the commander of US Forces Korea, who described South Korea as a “dagger in the heart of Asia” from China’s perspective, arguing that Washington’s regional strategy would only deepen security concerns and drive closer cooperation among countries seeking to counter the United States. The criticism came in a commentary carried by the Korean Central News Agency, which cited comments made by Gen. Xavier Brunson during a podcast interview last week

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Lee says he hopes to regularize Korea-Africa summits

President Lee Jae Myung on Tuesday voiced hope for the Korea-Africa summit to be held on a regular basis, saying his government is paying special attention to Africa’s potential for growth and development. Lee made the remarks at Cheong Wa Dae during a meeting with foreign ministers from 19 African countries and representatives of the African Union, the African Continental Free Trade Area and the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention The meeting came a day after Seoul hosted the inau

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DP Floor Leader Urges Public to Use Voting Power to Support Lee Gov’t, National Prosperity

[Politics] : A day before the June 3 local elections, Democratic Party floor leader Han Byung-do has made a final appeal to voters to show up at the polls and support the ruling party and the Lee Jae Myung administration. Han made the remarks on Tuesday at a floor leadership meeting at the National Assembly, stressing ... [more...]

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S. Korean, African Foreign Ministers Gather in Seoul to Address Global Challenges, Promote Growth

[International] : Foreign Minister Cho Hyun has expressed South Korea’s willingness to strengthen cooperation with African countries to address global challenges and promote opportunities for growth. Cho made the remarks on Monday in his opening speech for the inaugural Korea-Africa Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in ... [more...]

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S. Korea, Africa can turn challenges into opportunities through closer cooperation: FM

Foreign Minister Cho Hyun on Monday called for South Korea and Africa to boost cooperation in a bid to better address global challenges and turn them into new opportunities for growth. Cho made the remarks in an opening speech at the Korea-Africa Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Seoul as the two sides are exploring ways to strengthen partnership amid growing global uncertainty. "The world is facing multifaceted challenges across various sectors, including supply chains, energy and food security. Th

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N. Korean FM says Pyongyang shares common position with Russia on all strategic issues: report

North Korea's Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui said her country shares "a common position" with Russia on all strategic issues at an event commemorating a late Russian ambassador, a Russian report has said. Choe made the remarks the previous day at a ceremony unveiling a memorial plaque at the Russian Embassy dedicated to former Ambassador Alexander Matsegora, the Tass news agency said. Matsegora, who had served as Russia's ambassador to North Korea for more than 10 years, died suddenly at the age

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Hegseth calls for 'balanced' OPCON transfer where US military roles are 'honored'

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Saturday called for finding a "balance" in the transfer of wartime operational control (OPCON) to South Korea in a way that respects the roles the US military has played for decades. Hegseth made the remarks at a defense forum in Singapore amid growing concerns over what appears to be differing views between Seoul and Washington over when and how the transition should proceed. "I think we have to find the balance of where our military plans and the responsibi

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Seoul conveys position to Washington on USFK chief's 'dagger' remarks

South Korea has delivered its position to the United States over the U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) commander's recent controversial remarks that likened South Korea to a "dagger" in Asia, according to presidential officials Saturday. In a recent podcast interview hosted by the U.S. Army War College, Brunson described South Korea as "the dagger in the heart of Asia," prompting criticism from the Chinese Embassy in Seoul, which said the remarks "crossed the line." National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac,

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Veterans minister says Starbucks Korea should face public criticism, sanctions over controversial campaign

Veterans Minister Kwon Oh-eul said Friday he believes Starbucks Korea should face sanctions over the recent controversial marketing campaign associated with the May 18 Gwangju democratization movement, saying it was not the result of an "individual deviation," but a company-level marketing scheme. Kwon made the remarks as the South Korean operator of Starbucks has come under intense public scrutiny after it launched an online "Tank Day" promotion last week, which many believe referenced the bloo

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N. Korea rejects Quad call for denuclearization, says nuclear program will never end

North Korea on Thursday condemned the Quad grouping as a tool for US-led “unipolar domination,” rejecting calls for its denuclearization and insisting it would “never” abandon its nuclear weapons program. The remarks came after the foreign ministers of the Quad — comprising the United States, Japan, Australia and India — reiterated their commitment to the “complete denuclearization of North Korea” during talks held Tuesday in New Delhi. Pyongyang responded sharply, accusing the Quad of pursuing

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USFK says S. Korea-US alliance remains committed to 'conditions-based' OPCON transfer

The South Korea-US alliance remains committed to a "conditions-based" transfer of wartime operational control to Seoul from Washington, a US Forces Korea official said Wednesday, amid a report that the US military has expressed concerns over a potentially rushed OPCON transition. The official's remarks came after the Chosun Ilbo, a Korean daily, reported that USFK told the South Korean side a hurried OPCON transition would make it difficult for American troops to come under South Korean operatio

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Korea readies first UNESCO Heritage summit as showcase of cultural clout

President Lee Jae Myung called for thorough preparations for South Korea’s first hosting of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, saying the summit should serve as a showcase of the country’s cultural clout and global leadership. Lee made the remarks while chairing a preparatory meeting on Wednesday in Busan for the 48th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, which will run July 19-29. The meeting, the largest international conference in the field of world heritage, marks the first time

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In Busan, Lee invokes conservative icon’s legacy to push maritime vision

President Lee Jae Myung cast Busan and the broader southeast as the launchpad for South Korea’s next leap as a maritime power, invoking late conservative President Kim Young-sam in the city that formed the bedrock of Kim’s political career. Lee delivered his remarks at the annual Ocean Day ceremony held Wednesday in Busan, which has emerged as a key battleground ahead of the June 3 elections, as the ruling Democratic Party of Korea seeks to make inroads into the traditional conservative strongho

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USFK commander says S. Korea is 'dagger' in heart of Asia from China's perspective

US Forces Korea Commander Gen. Xavier Brunson has said that South Korea is a "dagger in the heart of Asia" if seen from China's east coast, a remark that apparently underscored the strategic location of the Asian ally amid an intensifying Sino-U.S. rivalry. Brunson made the remarks in a recent podcast interview hosted by the U.S. Army War College on Friday, amid lingering speculation that the United States would seek to leverage USFK assets to help deter an increasingly assertive China or addres

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Professors’ sexist remarks expose unchecked power on campus

A professor at a private university in Daejeon is under investigation after students accused him of making sexually inappropriate remarks during class. It is the latest case to raise questions about classroom misconduct and the power professors hold over students on South Korean campuses. According to students and local reports, allegations against the professor first surfaced in November last year on Everytime, a popular online student community platform. Students claimed the professor repeated

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India's trade minister says visit by Canada's Carney reset ties after 2023 killing of Sikh activist

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's recent visit to India has helped pave the way for a complete reset of Canada-India relations, India's trade minister said Monday. The ties were strained under Carney's predecessor in the wake of the 2023 killing of a Sikh activist in Canada. The remarks by India’s Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, who is visiting Canada, came as he met with Canada's International Trade Minister and just before he met with Carney. “We’re negotiating a free trade de

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Trump says Iran negotiations proceeding 'nicely,' warns of stronger attack if no deal is reached

US President Donald Trump said Monday that peace negotiations with Iran are proceeding "nicely," while warning that if a peace deal is not reached, US attacks would resume on a scale "bigger and stronger than ever before." Trump made the remarks on social media, stressing that an agreement with Iran will be a "great deal" or "no deal at all," as the United States and Iran are working to sign a framework that reports said would include extending their ceasefire for 60 days, reopening the Strait o

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Professor faces penalty after saying female students could 'turn to prostitution if desperate'

A professor at a private university in Daejeon is under disciplinary review after students accused him of making sexually offensive remarks in class, including allegedly saying that 8 out of 10 women in Korea had likely earned money through prostitution. The case is currently being reviewed by the university’s disciplinary committee, after its faculty ethics committee recommended severe disciplinary action to the school foundation. The allegations first surfaced in November through posts on Ever

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Africa’s coexistence offers lesson for divided world: Korea-Africa forum chief

Lee Hun-seung, chair of the National Assembly’s Korea-Africa Forum, praised Africa’s resilience and spirit of harmony across diverse cultures as values the world should learn from at a time of rising global tensions. “The fact that countries with different languages, cultures, histories and religions chose the path of cooperation and coexistence rather than conflict and confrontation continues to carry great significance for the international community today,” Lee said. Lee made the remarks duri

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Lee vows to build gov't that 'saves people's lives' on Buddha's Birthday

President Lee Jae Myung vowed Sunday to build a government that "saves people's lives" and to uphold the teaching that all people are equally worthy, as he attended a ceremony marking Buddha's Birthday. Lee made the remarks during a ceremony hosted by the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism, as he has increasingly prioritized policies aimed at protecting public safety and addressing issues that directly affect people's daily lives, such as stalking crimes and other safety-related incidents. "We will

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N. Korea criticizes USFK commander’s ‘dagger’ remark on South Korea

Lee says he hopes to regularize Korea-Africa summits

DP Floor Leader Urges Public to Use Voting Power to Support Lee Gov’t, National Prosperity

S. Korean, African Foreign Ministers Gather in Seoul to Address Global Challenges, Promote Growth

S. Korea, Africa can turn challenges into opportunities through closer cooperation: FM

N. Korean FM says Pyongyang shares common position with Russia on all strategic issues: report

Hegseth calls for 'balanced' OPCON transfer where US military roles are 'honored'

Seoul conveys position to Washington on USFK chief's 'dagger' remarks

Veterans minister says Starbucks Korea should face public criticism, sanctions over controversial campaign

N. Korea rejects Quad call for denuclearization, says nuclear program will never end

USFK says S. Korea-US alliance remains committed to 'conditions-based' OPCON transfer

Korea readies first UNESCO Heritage summit as showcase of cultural clout

In Busan, Lee invokes conservative icon’s legacy to push maritime vision

USFK commander says S. Korea is 'dagger' in heart of Asia from China's perspective

Professors’ sexist remarks expose unchecked power on campus

India's trade minister says visit by Canada's Carney reset ties after 2023 killing of Sikh activist

Trump says Iran negotiations proceeding 'nicely,' warns of stronger attack if no deal is reached

Professor faces penalty after saying female students could 'turn to prostitution if desperate'

Africa’s coexistence offers lesson for divided world: Korea-Africa forum chief

Lee vows to build gov't that 'saves people's lives' on Buddha's Birthday