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Greek tourism minister touts natural beauty
Jun 21, 2015
Visiting all of Greece’s turquoise seas, picturesque islands, lush mountains, ancient monuments and public festivals would take a lifetime, even for Greeks. As the birthplace of democracy and philosophy, and now a thriving tourism nation of natural and cultural riches, Greece supplies endless wonders to its visitors. Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura came to Korea last week to promote her country’s tourism, as it seeks to provide year-round services.“Korea has a very special place in my hea
Ambassador advocates India’s southern charms
Jun 21, 2015
India offers a full plate of tourism options, owing to its vast geography, long history and diverse cultures. For starters and globetrotters alike, a visit to the Kerala state of southwestern India would be worth a try, Indian Ambassador Vikram Doraiswami says. “Choosing one place over another is difficult and subjective, but I would recommend a holiday in Kerala for a perfect balance of culture, healing and scenery,” Doraiswami told The Korea Herald in an email interview. “An itinerary can incl
Turkey promotes unexplored treasures
Jun 21, 2015
Although describing Turkey as a bridge between the East and West has long been a cliche, the country continues to offer connections for people from every corner of the world. Turkey has shorelines on the Mediterranean Sea and Black Sea, towns and villages with eclectic architecture and world-class ski resorts and golf courses. Ali Karakus, the director of the Turkish Embassy's office of culture an information, poses with Nas Communication CEO Na Eun-Kyung at the Korea Travel Fair 2015 at Coex i
[Herald Interview] ‘Dialogue is crucial for building Korea-Japan trust’
Jun 21, 2015
Seoul and Tokyo should increase high-level dialogue to enhance mutual understanding, trust and respect and mitigate their historical tensions, a Japanese scholar said.Junya Nishino, political science professor at Keio University in Tokyo, noted that dialogue was crucial to ensure mutually beneficial cooperation to cope with the changing contours of regional politics and security.“The two sides need to talk to bridge their differences. The absence of top-level dialogue has resulted in a lack of m
Georgia trumpets status as the jewel of Caucasus
Jun 21, 2015
Georgia has described itself as the hidden tourist gem of the Caucasus for many years. Aided by government-led promotion and online marketing, tourists from around the world are opening their eyes to the country’s treasure trove of attractions.Situated at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Georgia has had cultural interactions with neighboring Russia, Azerbaijan, Armenia and Turkey for centuries. As a result, the tourism experience is multifaceted and multilayered, offering a mix of historic sig
[Herald Interview] ‘Park should look to take on broader Asia peace role’
Jun 21, 2015
A South Korean scholar called on President Park Geun-hye to take on a broader leadership role for East Asian peace rather than focusing on peninsular security, stressing the need for her to lead the country’s ties with Japan in a direction that promotes regional stability.Nam Ki-jeong, a professor at the Institute for Japanese Studies in Seoul National University, said the improved Seoul-Tokyo ties would create leverage to enhance the ties between the two Koreas and between Pyongyang and Tokyo,
FM Yun leaves for Japan to attend fence-mending talks
Jun 21, 2015
Foreign Minister Yun Byung-se began his two-day visit to Japan on Sunday where he will meet with his Japanese counterpart on mending ties that have been frayed over shared history. The visit, Yun's first to Japan since taking office in 2013, comes as the Northeast Asian neighbors mark next week the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic ties. Yun was to hold talks with Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida shortly after arriving there, according to a press release from the South
Former wartime sex slave to sue Japan in U.S.
Jun 19, 2015
A South Korean victim of wartime sex slavery on Friday said she would file a lawsuit in a U.S. court against the Japanese government and other wartime entities, seeking compensation for damages caused by military sexual enslavement that Tokyo has refused to acknowledge.Yoo Hee-nam, 87, will sue Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Japanese conglomerates that were involved with Japanese military expansion during World War II, according to Kim Hyung-jin, an attorney representing Yoo in the case.
Korea, U.S. celebrate friendship
Jun 19, 2015
The Korea America Friendship Society held a reception Thursday commemorating the contribution of U.S. Armed Forces personnel in Korea and growing bilateral ties built on the foundation of the military alliance. The event is hosted each June to commemorate the sacrifices made by American veterans and troops in protecting South Korea from communist forces. Korea celebrates the 65th anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean War this year. Some 600 military servicepersons, diplomats, university pres
Europe shares reconciliation legacy with East Asia
Jun 18, 2015
Seventy years after the end of World War II, reconciliation efforts among the once-enemy countries of Europe and Asia have taken divergent paths, with the former achieving continental integration and the latter trapped in historical disputes.Europe’s former foes put their bloody history behind to accomplish political, economic and social confederation through the European Union established in 1993. East Asia, on the other hand, has been mired in geopolitical tensions despite its integrated econo
[Herald Interview] ‘Korea, Southeast Asia have common destiny’
Jun 18, 2015
Center committed to enhancing Koreans’ understanding of ASEAN
Korea ranks 42nd in global peace index
Jun 18, 2015
South Korea was ranked 42nd in a worldwide peace index released Thursday, slightly up from last year but still bogged down by its long-festering standoff with its northern neighbor. The Sydney-headquartered Institute for Economics and Peace has since 2007 been gauging the peacefulness of 162 countries based on 23 qualitative and quantitative indicators on the level of safety and security in society, the extent of domestic and international conflict and the degree of militarization. In its ninth
Yun to visit Japan Sunday to mend ties
Jun 17, 2015
1,500 wartime forced laborers in Japan confirmed
FM Yun set for fence-mending trip to Japan
Jun 17, 2015
Foreign Minister Yun Byung-se will visit Tokyo this coming weekend to meet with his Japanese counterpart on mending ties that have been frayed over shared history, the Foreign Ministry said Wednesday.It would be Yun's first trip to Japan since taking office in 2013.His two-day visit from Sunday also comes as the Northeast Asian neighbors mark next week the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic ties.Yun will hold talks with Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida shortly arriving th
At least 1,500 Koreans forced into labor at Japan's UNESCO
Jun 17, 2015
South Korea said Wednesday at least 1,500 Koreans were forced into labor at industrial sites, for which Japan has been pushing to win UNESCO world heritage status.Japan has sought to win UNESCO's recognition for 23 locales, including mines, shipyards and factories in eight of its prefectures, claiming they have helped lay the groundwork for its modernization that began in 1910. South Korea's Prime Minister's Office, however, said 1,516 Koreans were forced to carry out dangerous tasks in poor wor
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