Tag: north korean

A crusade for North Korean human rights

'We are praying for Korean unification under the democratic government [of the South].'

Snubbed

The South Korean men’s team that won the gold medal in the 10-meter target range running event urges the North Korean team that won the silver medal to join a group photo during the medal ceremony at Fuyang Yinhu Sports Center in Hangzhou, China.

Busan, facts, figures and Boogi

First opened to international trade in 1876, Busan is Korea’s leading port. Now, the city hopes to host World Expo 2030.

Congressional delegation urges North for a 'sign'

U.S. Rep. Young Kim said Wednesday the United States is ready to provide humanitarian support, such as coronavirus vaccines, to North Korea, but would like to see a “small sign" of change first.

News is good and Kospi gains 1.42%

Stocks closed 1.42 percent higher Wednesday on the back of upbeat economic data from the United States and Europe and eased tensions with North Korea, analysts said. The won rose against the dollar.

South faces dual diplomatic headaches from North, Bolton

Seoul is facing a double-whammy diplomatically after scathing statements against the South by Kim Yo-jong, the North Korean leader's younger sister, and former U.S. National Security Adviser John Bolton’s controversial new memoir.

Sudden change north of the DMZ