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South Korea President Lee Jae-myung: “We Must Foster Robotics, Aerospace, K-Bio, and K-Defense Beyond Semiconductors”

UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | On June 23rd, President Lee Jae-myung stated, “We must foster a new growth engine for K-industry comparable to semiconductors,” presenting the nurturing of future strategic industries such as robotics, aerospace, K-Bio, and K-Defense as a core national task. Presiding over the 27th Cabinet Meeting and the 12th Emergency Economic Review Meeting held at Cheong Wa Dae on this day, President Lee stated, “Through the recent Middle East war, we were able to confirm the vulnerabilities of our economy,” adding, “We must strategically diversify energy and raw material supply ch
- Lee Sung Jun 기자
- 2026-06-24 11:57
UN members ROK-US nuclear cooperation, AI supply chain, and the North Korean POW Issue… The three major tests for South Korean diplomacy

UNJournal Kayla Lee | South Korean diplomacy is simultaneously facing two critical challenges: securing security sovereignty and restructuring economic security. At the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' regular briefing on the 23rd, key pending issues that will determine the future direction of the South Korean diplomacy were discussed intensively, including: ROK-US nuclear cooperation negotiations to secure nuclear-powered submarines (SSN), the restructuring of US-led AI and high-tech supply chains, and the issue of North Korean POWs arising from the war in Ukraine. In particular, attention is foc
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-06-24 09:27
South Korea Embassy of India Marks 12th International Day of Yoga at Gwanghwamun Square, Drawing 1,000 Participants

UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | The Embassy of India in Seoul, in collaboration with Viveka Yoga, hosted the 12th International Day of Yoga at Gwanghwamun Square on June 21, 2026, under the theme "Yoga for Healthy Ageing." Approximately 1,000 participants gathered at the iconic public square, set against the historic Gyeongbok Palace, including Korean yoga practitioners, members of the Indian community, and representatives of the diplomatic corps. The event featured a two-and-a-half-hour programme comprising the Common Yoga Protocol alongside a series of yoga demonstrations by Korean practitioners an
- Lee Sung Jun 기자
- 2026-06-22 17:31
ArtsㅡCulture The 29th World Peace Art Exhibition begins accepting art works

UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | The "29th World Peace Art Exhibition (World Peace Art Exhibition 2026)," a representative international art competition for domestic and international artists, will begin accepting artworks from June 25 to June 30. Hosted by the Grand Art Exhibition Organizing Committee, this competition is being held under the theme "Beyond the Era of Violence, Painting Peace Again" and is establishing itself as an international cultural and artistic festival where artists from around the world express the values of peace, coexistence, and humanity through art. In particular, this yea
- Lee Sung Jun 기자
- 2026-06-22 11:00
UN headquarters A test for national interest-centered pragmatic diplomacy

UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | The Lee Jae-myung Government, launched in June 2025, is concluding its first year in office. At the time of its inauguration, the diplomatic environment surrounding the Republic of Korea (south) was more complex than ever before. Strategic competition between the United States and China intensified, centering on semiconductor and artificial intelligence (AI) supply chains, while President Donald Trump's re-election heralded a new diplomatic reality where even alliances are viewed as bargaining chips. Added to this were instability in the Middle East, the rapprochement
- Lee Sung Jun 기자
- 2026-06-22 10:57
UN members President Lee Jae-myung requests Pope to visit DMZ and North Korea Pope responds, “I will posotively consider it.”

UNJournal Kayla Lee | Explaining the results of his tour of Europe and the Group of Seven (G7), President Lee Jae-myung emphasized his commitment to expanding national interests through pragmatic diplomacy and international cooperation for the establishment of peace on the Korean Peninsula. During a briefing on the results of the Europe and G7 tour held at the Chunchugwan on the 19th, President Lee stated, “I requested Pope Leo XIV to visit Korea in conjunction with next year’s World Youth Day (WYD) in Seoul, and asked him to pursue the possibility of a visit to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) an
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-06-20 17:05
UN headquarters Briefing by United Nations Spokesperson: From the War in Sudan and Palestine to the Spread of Ebola: “UN Urges Global Emergency Response”

UNJournal Kayla Lee | As the international community simultaneously faces a complex crisis of war, climate change, and the spread of infectious diseases, the United Nations (UN) has called on governments, international organizations, and private sector partners to respond more swiftly and decisively. In a recent briefing, UN leaders expressed deep concern over the worsening armed conflicts in Sudan, Lebanon, and the Palestinian territories. At the same time, they emphasized the urgent need for a joint international response to the Ebola virus, which is showing signs of resurgence in Africa, an
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-06-20 16:50
UN headquarters 'First Korean-American woman,' Michelle Park Steel, confirmed as U.S. ambassador to South Korea

UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | The United States Senate confirmed Michelle Park Steel, President Donald Trump's nominee for US Ambassador to South Korea, in a floor vote on June 17, ending a vacancy that had persisted for roughly 15 months since the departure of former Ambassador Sung Kim. The Senate approved Steel's confirmation by a vote of 55 to 39, completing the process approximately 65 days after Trump formally nominated her on April 13. With her confirmation, Steel becomes only the second Korean American to serve as US Ambassador to South Korea, following Sung Kim, who held the post from 2011
- Lee Sung Jun 기자
- 2026-06-19 16:54
UN headquarters Embassy of Peru in Seoul to Host Reception Marking 205th Anniversary of Peruvian Independence

UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | The Embassy of Peru in Seoul will host a reception commemorating the 205th anniversary of Peruvian independence on July 28, 2026, at the Grand Ballroom of the Four Seasons Hotel Seoul in Gwanghwamun, Jongno-gu. The event is organised by Ambassador Paul Duclos and his wife, Jeanette Somocurcio, and is intended to celebrate Peru's independence milestone while reinforcing the friendship and cooperative ties between Korea and Peru. The Embassy plans to welcome diplomatic representatives from across the international community, government officials, figures from the busines
- Lee Sung Jun 기자
- 2026-06-19 16:51
South Korea Pillars of peace rising in Gwanghwamun Square

UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | As you walk through the Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul, black pillars towering toward the sky on one side of the wide plaza next to the Sejong Center for the Performing Arts immediately catch your eye. Those encountering them for the first time might easily mistake them for modern sculptural works, but these pillars are symbols honoring the sacrifices of the nations that participated in the Korean War and dedicated themselves to the defense of freedom and peace of the Republic of Korea. Gwanghwamun is a space where the history and present of the Republic of Korea meet. Er
- Lee Sung Jun 기자
- 2026-06-19 11:58
South Korea President Lee Jae-Myung hosts dinner for the members of the Seoul Diplomatic Corps

UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | President Lee Jae-myung hosts dinner on the evening of June 23 this year for the members of the Seoul Diplomatic Corps, namely the ambassadors and the charge d'affaires, accredited to Korea. Diplomatic representatives from 118 countries and representatives from 30 international organizations are invited to meet at the Blue House, the Presidential Mansion. This is resumption of the diplomatic corps invitation event after 7 years, symbolizing the normalization of diplomatic relations and is aimed at promoting expanded global cooperation through strengthened solidarity wi
- Lee Sung Jun 기자
- 2026-06-19 11:22
ArtsㅡCulture Mme. Kim Tae-yeon Appointed Secretary General of World Peace Art Exhibition Organizing Committee

UNJournal Kayla Lee | The World Peace Art Exhibition Organizing Committee, a non-profit corporation under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, announced the appointment of Mme. Kim Tae-yeon, a cultural arts planner and designated reporter for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as its new Secretary General. This appointment is being evaluated as a strategic personnel move aimed at strengthening the international standing of the World Peace Art Exhibition and expanding its global cultural arts network as it approaches its 30th anniversary in 2027. Chairman of the Board of Damhwa stated, "T
- Kayla Lee 기자
- 2026-06-19 11:22
UN headquarters President Lee requests cooperation for peace on the Korean peninsula

UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | President Lee Jae-myung made an official visit to the Vatican for two days and one night. During the visit, he held his first private meeting with Pope Leo XIV since taking office and discussed cooperation measures for peace on the Korean Peninsula and the successful hosting of the 2027 World Youth Day in Seoul. This visit marks the first official visit by the South Korean government leader to the Vatican in five years and is considered a significant diplomatic step in sharing the government’s commitment to international peace, solidarity and sustainable development wi
- Lee Sung Jun 기자
- 2026-06-16 11:30
ArtsㅡCulture The Direction of Future Art as indicated by Artist Ryu Jae-Chun’s work, 'Under the Moon'

UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming every domain of the world. And the art world is no exception. AI now paints pictures, composes music, and produces videos. Many people ask whether AI can replace artists. However, that is not the true question. Art in the AI era is becoming a time that questions the depth of the human spirit, rather than a competition of technology. The media art work, 'Under the Moon' by Ryu Jae-Chun, a master of Korean ink painting, symbolically demonstrates this very point. The golden moon rising within the giant screen is not merely a ce
- Lee Sung Jun 기자
- 2026-06-16 11:26
South Korea KGCCI's "Guide Walkers" Sets New Record with Nearly 1,200 Participants at Seoul Marathon

UNJournal Lee Sung Jun | SEOUL, June 15, 2026 — The Korean-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KGCCI, President & CEO Marie Antonia von Schönburg) hosted the fourth edition of its “Guide Walkers” joint CSR event on June 13 at Sangam World Cup Park in Seoul, bringing together nearly 1,200 employees and family members from around 30 German companies and partner organizations in Korea. The participants served as guide walkers accompanying individuals with visual impairments along the 5-kilometer course at the 12th Harmony Marathon with the Visually Impaired, co-organized by the Seoul Dis
- Lee Sung Jun 기자
- 2026-06-15 11:54

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