The French president called for the creation of a ‘coalition of independents’ committed to a ‘third way’ set apart from both China and the United States. His counterparts, who value their ties with …
South Korea’s birth rate crisis sees glimmer of hope
January saw a baby bonanza through 18 months, but South Korea’s fertility rate remains below the replacement level.
France’s Macron visits South Korea for talks on technology and security
French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in South Korea on Thursday for a state visit focused on trade, technology and security – following talks in Tokyo where he and Japan’s prime minister agreed …
South Korea, France to upgrade ties to strategic partnership, Blue House says
SEOUL, April 3 – South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and French President Emmanuel Macron are set to upgrade relations between the countries to a “global strategic partnership,” Korea’s Blue House …
Iran War Showcases Strength of South Korean Defense Sector
Missile interceptors made by the South Korean firm LIG Nex1 are said to be performing well, at a small fraction of the cost of U.S. interceptors.
South Korea and Indonesia discuss energy security, sign agreements on minerals and tech
SEOUL, April 1 – South Korean President Lee Jae Myung held talks on Wednesday with Indonesian leader Prabowo Subianto, discussing energy security and agreeing to expand cooperation in areas such as …
South Korea’s Lee: more active response needed on energy situation
SEOUL, March 31 (Reuters) – South Korea plans to respond more vigorously to the energy supply situation stemming from the war in Iran and may consider emergency fiscal measures, President Lee Jae …
South Korea, Indonesia sign agreements on minerals, tech and finance during Prabowo visit
SEOUL, April 1 – South Korean President Lee Jae Myung held talks in Seoul on Wednesday with Indonesian leader Prabowo Subianto, where they agreed to expand cooperation on critical minerals, technology …
South Korea to start crude oil swap with local refiners, ministry says
SEOUL, March 31 (Reuters) – South Korea will introduce a policy allowing oil refiners to swap crude supply from its national reserve, a spokesperson from the industry ministry said on Tuesday. The …
South Korea considers nationwide driving curbs as oil prices soar
By Kyu-seok Shim SEOUL, March 30 (Reuters) – South Korea is considering extending driving curbs to the general public if global oil prices climb further, senior officials said, as authorities seek to …