The Korea Herald

S. Korea, U.S. inch toward N.K. talks

Apr 19, 2011

Allies united as they soften stance over past military provocations by Pyongyang Facing the increasing need to deal with North Korea’s ongoing nuclear ambitions, South Korea and the U.S. appear to b...
Seoul insists on N. Korea apology before dialogue

Apr 18, 2011

North Korea will have a hard time making progress in its peace talks with the rival South and other regional powers unless it first apologizes for the two deadly attacks it conducted against Seoul la...
Three bodies found in northern Mexico grave

Apr 18, 2011

Members of the Navy escort Martin Omar Estrada Luna, center, alias "El Kilo," during a presentation to the press in Mexico City, Sunday, April 17, 2011. The Mexican Navy said Saturday it had captured...
Australia Embassy recruiting bloggers

Apr 17, 2011

In celebration of the Year of Friendship, the Australian Embassy is recruiting university student bloggers who hold a special interest in the country down under. The chosen 50 student online reporte...
Military agreement expands cooperation

Apr 17, 2011

The Defense Ministries of Denmark and Korea signed an agreement on sharing of classified military material recently. Signed by Danish Ambassador Peter Lysholt Hansen on behalf of the Danish Defense ...
Thai travel road show in Seoul, Busan

Apr 17, 2011

The Tourism Authority of Thailand is bringing their travel opportunities to the land of smiles to Seoul and Busan. The Thailand Road Show in Korea will highlight 70 sellers at the Lotte Hotels in ce...
ANZAC Day dawn service next week

Apr 17, 2011

The Australian and New Zealand Embassies will be holding ANZAC Day dawn service on April 25 at the War Memorial Museum. This year will be an especially large event attended by a sizeable number of A...
Malaysian palm oil’s big future in Korea

Apr 17, 2011

Malaysian Plantation Industries and Commodities minister opened the inaugural Malaysia-Korea Palm Oil Trade Fair and Seminar last week. “Korea has demonstrated a wide acceptance for palm oil with 21...
New Swiss honorary consul in Busan

Apr 17, 2011

Honorary consuls are an integral part of any two countries’ diplomatic relations. While ambassadors generally serve in a foreign country for 3-5 years, honorary consuls are there for a longer period...
Making medical tourism the nation’s next big industry

Apr 17, 2011

Almost two years ago, local authorities decided to promote the nation’s medical industry for international visitors looking for treatment. During the last 20 years, the private healthcare systems of...
Indian Cultural Center opens its doors

Apr 17, 2011

Starting from humble beginnings, center plans to grow with Koreans Indian culture is rich and diverse and, as a result, is unique in its very own way. The cultures of India are an amalgamation of l...
Korea, U.S. agree to make best efforts for early ratification of free trade pact

Apr 17, 2011

(LEE-CLINTON TALKS — President Lee Myung-bak shakes hands with U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton before their talks at Cheong Wa Dae on Sunday. Yonhap News) President Lee Myung-bak and U.S. Se...
Clinton due in S. Korea to discuss N. Korea, mutual interests

Apr 16, 2011

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton was to arrive Saturday in South Korea to meet with senior officials here and discuss ways to bring a disciplined North Korea back to dialogue and put an end to...
S. Korea to spend $500m to aid Afghanistan

Apr 14, 2011

South Korea will be spending $500 million within the next five-year period to increase its contribution to ongoing international peacekeeping efforts in Afghanistan, Seoul’s Foreign Ministry announce...
Impressions of Norway at Samgakji Station

Apr 14, 2011

The Norwegian Embassy has opened a photo presentation at Samgakji Station that will run for three years. The images aim to offer passengers something to rest their eyes on while also promoting aware...