• Korea-France Elevate Ties to ‘Global Strategic Partnership’ at Summit Marking 140 Years of Diplomacy

    President Lee Jae-myung held a summit with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Blue House on April 3, where the two leaders discussed ways to advance bilateral relations recently elevated to a “Global Strategic Partnership,” as well as key regional and international issues.   The meeting coincided with the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and France. President Lee welcomed President Macron’s first visit to Korea since taking office, noting its significance as the first state visit by a European leader since the launch of Korea’s new administration. President Macron described the trip as especially meaningful, marking his first visit to Korea in 11 years as French president.   The two leaders exchanged views on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and its broader implications, agreeing on the urgent need to restore stability and peace in the region. They also shared policy experiences and strategies aimed at minimizing economic disruptions and protecting livelihoods. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening energy security through expanded cooperation in nuclear energy and offshore wind power, as well as ensuring safe maritime transport routes in the Strait of Hormuz.   The summit also served as an opportunity to assess the progress of bilateral relations since the establishment of a “Comprehensive Partnership for the 21st Century” in 2004. The leaders highlighted the elevation of ties to a strategic level after 22 years and agreed to further deepen cooperation across a wide range of sectors, including defense and security, trade and investment, and advanced strategic industries such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, quantum technology, space, and nuclear energy. Cultural and people-to-people exchanges were also identified as key areas for expansion.     On the occasion of the summit, the two countries revised three agreements and signed 11 memoranda of understanding and letters of intent, laying the institutional groundwork for future cooperation. The leaders also adopted a joint statement outlining the direction of bilateral relations moving forward.

• Korea National Arboretum, AFoCO Sign MOU to Expand Forest Biodiversity Cooperation

    The Korea National Arboretum of the Korea Forest Service announced on March 13 that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Asian Forest Cooperation Organization (AFoCO) to strengthen forest biodiversity conservation and expand international cooperation.   The agreement follows the expiration of a previous MOU signed in 2021 and is intended to sustain and broaden the existing partnership. Under the renewed framework, the two institutions will collaborate across a range of areas, including forest biodiversity conservation and joint research, the exchange of expertise and research data, cooperation in international conferences and seminars, and network-building activities. The partnership will also promote biodiversity conservation efforts and public awareness through public-private cooperation.   Notably, the new agreement introduces initiatives aimed at raising awareness of biodiversity conservation through public-private partnerships, with plans to expand programs involving diverse stakeholders such as corporations and institutions. Given that many AFoCO member countries operate arboretums and botanical gardens, collaboration centered on these institutions is expected to play a key role in addressing both climate change and the global biodiversity crisis.   The Korea National Arboretum has also been advancing international cooperation through its partnership with Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI). Last year, the two organizations jointly proclaimed the International Day of Botanic Garden Education, an initiative designed to expand global networks among arboretumsand botanical gardens while strengthening responses to the climate crisis. This year, Brunei and Indonesia—both AFoCO member states—are expected to participate in the observance on June 12, further enhancing international collaboration based on arboretumsand botanical gardens.   Lim Young-seok, Director of the Korea National Arboretum, said the agreement will serve as an opportunity to deepen cooperation with AFoCO and expand global partnerships. He added that these efforts will contribute not only to forest biodiversity conservation but also to elevating the international standing and role of the national arboretum.

• APEC 2026 SOM1 and Related Meetings Held in Guangzhou

      The First Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM1) of the 2026 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum and its related meetings were held in Guangzhou from February 1 to 10. The Korean government delegation, led by Park Jong-han, Deputy Minister for Economic Diplomacy and Coordination at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, participated in the Senior Officials’ Meeting as well as the four main committees: the Committee on Trade and Investment (CTI), the Steering Committee on Economic and Technical Cooperation (SCE), the Economic Committee (EC), and the Budget and Management Committee (BMC). The delegation took part in discussions aimed at delivering substantive outcomes for APEC 2026. At the meeting, the Korean delegation, as the previous year’s host economy, expressed its support for a successful APEC 2026 and reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that the key outcomes of the 2025 Leaders’ Meeting are faithfully carried forward and further developed throughout the 2026 APEC process. China presented the theme and priority areas for APEC 2026 as “Building an Asia-Pacific Community to Prosper Together: Openness, Innovation, Cooperation,” and outlined major deliverables under each priority area. It also announced plans to host more than ten sectoral ministerial meetings and high-level dialogues, including meetings of Ministers Responsible for Trade, Digital and AI Ministers, and Transport Ministers. In addition, China introduced its plan to organize various high-level forums on digitalization and innovation during a “Digital Week.” As discussions at the sectoral ministerial meetings are expected to culminate in outcomes at the Leaders’ Meeting in November, the Korean government plans to actively engage in the process to ensure that the key achievements of the 2025 Leaders’ Meeting are fully reflected throughout this year’s APEC agenda. On the sidelines of the meeting, Deputy Minister Park held bilateral consultations with major members, including China, Japan, Canada, and Vietnam. The discussions covered China’s priorities and key deliverables for APEC 2026, follow-up measures to the previous year’s Leaders’ Meeting hosted by Korea, and the review and revision of the Aotearoa Plan of Action. Meanwhile, as the previous host economy, Korea has assumed the chairmanship of the Budget and Management Committee (BMC), which oversees and manages APEC’s budget this year. Lee Ji-yoon, Director-General for International Economic Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, chaired the first BMC meeting on February 9. Beginning with this first Senior Officials’ Meeting, APEC members will continue consultations centered on the theme and priority areas presented by China, with a view to advancing sustainable economic growth and regional economic integration in the Asia-Pacific region ahead of the Leaders’ Meeting scheduled for November 18–19.  

• ROK–NATO Hold 15th Policy Consultation in Brussels

    The 15th ROK–NATO Policy Consultation was held in Brussels on January 15, with senior officials from both sides meeting to exchange views on the international security environment and discuss ways to further strengthen the ROK–NATO partnership.   The meeting was co-chaired by Yoon Jong-kwon, Ambassador for International Cyber Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, and Boris Ruge, NATO Deputy Assistant Secretary General for Political Affairs and Security Policy. The two sides shared assessments of current global security challenges and explored avenues for enhancing bilateral cooperation.   Both sides agreed that, amid growing geopolitical uncertainty driven by factors such as U.S.–China competition and the war in Ukraine, cooperation among like-minded partners has become more important than ever in responding to complex and overlapping crises. They emphasized the need for close ROK–NATO coordination to address shared security threats, noting the increasing interconnectedness between security in Europe and the Indo-Pacific region.   The participants also noted that over the past four years, the ROK–NATO relationship has experienced remarkable growth through high-level exchanges, including the Republic of Korea’s participation in NATO summits and ministerial meetings. In this context, they welcomed the launch of the ROK–NATO Defense Industry Consultative Body last year, which has further expanded the scope of cooperation between the two sides.   Looking ahead, both sides reaffirmed the significant potential for deepening ROK–NATO cooperation across a wide range of areas, including cybersecurity, defense industry cooperation, advanced technologies, information sharing, and space security. They agreed to continue efforts to further strengthen and institutionalize practical cooperation going forward.

• Korea Designated as WHO Collaborating Centre for Food Safety Emergency Response

  The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) announced that it will hold a plaque-unveiling ceremony on November 27 at the first floor of its headquarters to mark the World Health Organization’s (WHO) designation of the MFDS as a WHO Collaborating Centre for Emergency Preparedness and Response in Food Safety.   The designation is the first of its kind globally in the field of food-safety emergency response. It reflects the WHO’s recognition of Korea’s contributions over the past decade to the International Food Safety Authorities Network (INFOSAN), where the MFDS has played a leading role in strengthening international cooperation on food-safety emergencies.   As a collaborating center, the MFDS will work with the WHO to provide education and training for INFOSAN member countries, offer technical support such as developing Food Safety Emergency Response (FSER) plans, and support global and regional meetings aimed at enhancing cooperation and networking among member states.   The MFDS expects the designation to bolster Korea’s international standing by highlighting the country’s food-safety systems and crisis-response capabilities. It also anticipates strengthened global confidence in the safety of K-Food.   MFDS Commissioner Oh Yu-kyung stated that the designation signifies meaningful international recognition of Korea’s food-safety emergency management system. “Building on this achievement, we will continue to position Korea as a global leader in responding to food-safety crises,” she said.     The MFDS added that it will continue to swiftly identify food-related risks at home and abroad, enhance its crisis-response capabilities to safeguard public health, and work to further elevate Korea’s global reputation in food-safety incident response.    

• Korea and EU Seek to Strengthen Strategic Cooperation in Advanced Industries

      Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy Kim Jeong-kwan met with Henna Virkkunen, Executive Vice President of the European Union, in Seoul on November 27 to discuss ways to enhance strategic cooperation in advanced industrial and technological sectors, including semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), future mobility, batteries, and supply chains.   The meeting was held during Executive Vice President Virkkunen’s visit to Korea, which focuses on key EU priorities such as technological sovereignty, security, and digital transformation. Both sides shared the view that the rapidly changing global economic environment, marked by intensifying protectionism and supply chain disruptions, requires closer joint responses and strengthened cooperation.   Kim and Virkkunen noted the long-standing strategic partnership between Korea and the EU in economic and technological fields and agreed to elevate this partnership into a more future-oriented framework encompassing economic security and advanced industries. They emphasized the complementary nature of the two sides’ semiconductor sectors, with Korea specializing in memory manufacturing and the EU leading in automotive semiconductors and advanced equipment. Amid growing global supply chain uncertainty, the two sides committed to closer collaboration to establish more stable supply chains. They also explored specific areas of cooperation in AI, future mobility, and battery technologies.   The two sides reaffirmed their progress through multilateral technology cooperation platforms such as Eureka. Korea, the first non-European country to join Eureka in 2009, has worked with Europe in sectors including IT, materials engineering, and biotechnology, and has been actively engaged since being appointed as a board member in 2023. Both parties agreed to further strengthen cooperation in advanced technologies and supply chain resilience. The Korean side also raised concerns over the EU’s FSR review of the Czech nuclear power project and the EU’s proposed new steel import regulations, requesting constructive and amicable resolutions. The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy stated that the meeting served as an opportunity to deepen Korea–EU cooperation in advanced sectors such as semiconductors, AI, and future mobility while reinforcing supply chain stability. The ministry added that it would work to activate high-level consultation channels and develop the issues discussed into tangible cooperative projects.  

• 한국이 만든 페루 스마트도로 청사진, 페루 국가 법정계획으로 채택

  좌로부터 두 번째 최종욱 주페루 대사, 세 번째 알도 마르틴 프리에토 바레라 페루 교통통신부 장관 [리더스타임즈] 국토교통 ODA 사업으로 추진(’24.7월 ~ ’25.6월)했던 '페루 국도 스마트도로관리(재난·교통) 마스터플랜'이 페루 정부의 국가 법정계획으로 공식 채택됐다. 우리나라의 도로관리 정책과 ITS 기술력이 국가 정책으로 인정받으면서 향후 후속사업과 우리 기업의 현지 진출도 확대될 전망이다. 국토교통부는 6월 25일(현지시간) 페루 교통통신부(MTC, Ministerio de Transportes y Comunicaciones)가'페루 국도 스마트도로관리(재난·교통) 마스터플랜'을 국가 법정계획으로 공포했다고 밝혔다. 이날 법제화를 위한 기념행사는 페루 교통통신부 강당에서 개최됐으며, 알도 마르틴 프리에토 바레라(Aldo Martin Prieto Barrera) 페루 교통통신부 장관, 국토교통부 및 한국도로공사 관계자 등이 참석했다. 행사에서는 국토교통부를 비롯한 양국 주요 인사 축사를 시작으로 한국도로공사의 지능형교통체계 관련 기조강연, 페루 교통통신부의 마스터플랜 발표, 관계기관 패널토론 등이 진행됐다. 한국의 도로망 구축 컨설팅 결과가 페루의 법정계획으로 공포됨으로써 페루 정부 차원에서 해당 정책을 구체적으로 구현하기 위한 조직, 예산 등 확보가 가능해진다. 이번 법제화는 한국의 도로 관련 공적개발원조 사업의 결과가 단순 컨설팅에 그치지 않고 페루의 정책으로 직접 반영됐다는 점에서 의미가 크다. 향후 페루에 도로망 구축사업이 발주되면, 우리 민간기업이 참여하는 후속사업을 기대할 수 있다. 앞서 ’19년에 수행한 콜롬비아 국가 ITS 마스터플랜 수립 ODA사업 또한 콜롬비아 현지 교통부의 승인을 받아 ’22년에 법정 계획화된 이후 활발한 후속사업과 민간기업 진출이 이뤄진 바 있다. 이에 비추어 페루에서도 한국 ITS 기술의 현지 확산과 한국기업의 진출이 기대된다. 이번 마스터플랜 수립 ODA 사업은 한국도로공사 컨소시엄(한국도로공사·동명기술공단·이젠시스)이 ’24년 7월부터 ’25년 6월까지 수행했다. 주요 과업 내용으로는 페루 간선 국도인 판아메리칸 하이웨이 1,560km (트루히요~아레키파) 구간의 스마트 도로관리 마스터플랜 수립과 후속 사업 발굴이 포함됐다. 특히, 사고 및 재난 피해를 최소화하기 위해 ’35년까지 단계적으로 도입할 13개 지능형교통체계(ITS) 단기 서비스를 선정하고, 최우선 중점 사업 구간(133.2km)에 대한 개념설계 및 이행계획을 수립하는 성과를 거뒀다. 국토교통부는 올해 7월부터 국토교통 ODA 사업을 통해 본 마스터플랜의 후속사업인'페루 리마–찬카이 스마트 지능형교통체계(ITS) 구축사업 타당성 조사'를 수행한다. 이번 사업을 통해 페루 ITS 구축이 본격화되면서, 우리 기업의 해외 진출 기반도 한층 강화될 것으로 기대된다. 국토교통부 김석기 건설정책국장은 “이번 성과는 국토교통 ODA사업을 통해 한국의 도로·교통 운영 경험을 페루 현지 여건에 맞게 체계화한 결과로, 향후 페루 국도의 안전성과 운영 효율 향상은 물론, 우리기업의 해외 진출에도 기여할 것으로 기대한다”라고 밝혔다.

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  2026-06-28

• Honoring the Sacrifices of our Veterans: 76th Memorial

    Participating in the 76th anniversary of the Korean War as a Leaders Times youth reporter affords an opportunity to reflect upon past courage and sacrifice in Korea and on our ongoing obligations for the future. On June 25, 2026, a ceremony took place in Busan to honor the 76th anniversary of the Korean War. Many people attended the event like families of the veterans, military leaders, civilians even the university students in Busan and expressed their gratitude to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation and remembered the effects of the war. At the ceremony, there were speeches commemorating the anniversary of the war, there was a performance reminiscent of the song of the Korean War. These events illustrate that the Korean War is not history. It is a part of present day modern Korean society. The importance of Busan to Korean War history is immense. Thousands of refugees traveled through Busan during the Korean War, and the city served an integral role in protecting South Korea during the war. Thus, the significance of the events that occurred in Busan serve as meaningful means by which to reflect on the Korean War. The younger generation has an important role to play in recalling the history of the Korean War. While we generally take our freedom and peace for granted in our daily lives, participation in events such as these serve to remind the younger generation of those freedoms and peace, of all the fallen in that conflict and the sacrifices made for them, and of their continuing duty to pass the history of the Korean War along to future generations. For many students and young adults, the event is more than a ceremony; it provides an opportunity to reflect on the meaning of peace and strengthens their commitment to remember history. Although it has been more than sixty years since the Korean War ended, the lessons learned are still current today. The trip to Busan enabled me to directly see the significance of the Korean War as a historical event, rather than simply a textbook example. By being part of a community of people who honor the sacrifices of others, I am reminded that the peace which we enjoy today did not come freely and that we must continue to tell this story to future generations.

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  2026-06-27

• After visiting Cambodia to volunteer as a reporting journalist for Leaderstime, the effort to solve education inequality continued.

      Observing the Cambodian students’ passion for studying, even in such harsh conditions, we Leaderstimes reporters have visited, established a library, and filled the shelves with donated books, collected in both Korea and the U.S. This project aimed to give an opportunity for local students of all ages from elementary school to high school, who struggle to study within their underfunded environment. Even in unimaginable conditions compared to the average student in Korea or the U.S., I saw more passion and drive to learn from the Cambodian students. Thus, we have created our initiative with Angel’s for the Journey and Lumen Education to create a sustainable educational infrastructure for Cambodian students.   Initially, the project was initiated by designing and publishing books in Khmer, Korean, and English. We worked with the same local students, those in high school who could translate the English content into Khmer. Simultaneously, books were collected through donations. Expanding internationally, in high schools located in Saint Louis, Missouri and Layton, Utah, students collected books with the help of the school. Teachers, classmates, and families of the students donated books to support the education of the Cambodian students and the building of the libraries. From Thomas Jefferson School, 89 books were gathered and packed to be sent to Cambodia. From Utah, 74 books were gathered. Little by little, the books that were collected numbered in the hundreds and were donated to meet the needs of the libraries built in 3 locations throughout Siem Reap.   These libraries now stand to help and support the education of young Cambodian students, and the effect of these libraries is already spreading. A 12th grade student in Cambodia, Sokchanra Hun, to whom we have donated funds and study materials such as used phones and laptops on top of the books and novels, became inspired by our mission, passionately preparing to study abroad to create an impact for others herself: our contributions led her to study Psychology at Reed College starting this fall.   In the future, our contributions hope to continue to grant the opportunity for those in need to study what they want without suffering from a lack of resources. Driven causes with direct actions, like ours, toward resolving educational inequality are what is required for every voice to be heard.     Hyeonseok Rho, Thomas Jefferson School in St. Louis, Missouri.

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  2026-06-26

• 5월 하반기 캄보디아 한달 생활비 전달 - 185회

  리더스타임즈에서 진행 하였습니다   185회 째 한달 생활비를    아이입니다청소하는 것을 즐겨하며      

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• 5월 상반기 캄보디아 한달 생활비 전달 - 184회

    5월 상반기 캄보디아 한달 생활비 보내기 를 리더스타인브 회원님들의 기사, 가치 봉사로 전달 하였습니다 스카이12세 초등학교 6학년매일마다 율동하기를 아주 좋아하는 매우 좋아합니다.장래희망은 경찰관입니다.  “Angel for Kor-Fils’s Journey”  

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  2026-06-15

• 4월 하반기 캄보디아 한달 생활비 전달 - 183회

    4월 하반기 캄보디아 한달 생활비 보내기 를 리더스타인브 회원님들의 기사, 가치 봉사로 전달 하였습니다 ●롬둘10세, 초등학교 4학년명랑하고 발랄해서 율동을 아주 잘합니다...처음에는 쑥스러워 앞에  마음껏 끼를 발산하게 되었습니다.장래 희망은 선생님이 되는 것입니다.  “Angel for Kor-Fils’s Journey”

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  2026-06-09

• 4월 상반기 캄보디아 한달 생활비 전달 - 182회

  4월 상반기 캄보디아 한달 생활비 보내기 를 리더스타인브 회원님들의 기사, 가치 봉사로 전달 하였습니다 빤냐12세 초등학교 5학년활달하고 씩씩한 용사입니다.청소도 잘하고 무엇이든지  장래 소망이 경찰이랍니다.  “Angel for Kor-Fils’s Journey”

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  2026-04-20

• 외교부, 2026 KOREAZ 서포터즈 발대식 및 디지털 글로벌 캠페인 출범식 개최

  외교부 [리더스타임즈] 외교부는 4월 10일 외교부 서희홀에서 2026 KOREAZ 서포터즈 발대식 및 2026 디지털 글로벌 캠페인 ‘YouthFULL Tomorrow’ 출범식을 개최했다. 이번 2026년 제6기 서포터즈는 치열한 경쟁을 뚫고 선발된 한국인 20명과 외국인 20명(18개국) 총 40명으로 구성됐으며, 전년도(32명)에 비해 인원이 확대되고 참가 국적 또한 더욱 다양해졌다. KOREAZ 서포터즈는 이번 발대식을 시작으로 ▴주요 외교행사 및 공공외교 현장 취재 ▴개인별·팀별 디지털 공공외교 콘텐츠 제작 ▴디지털 글로벌 캠페인 영상 제작 등 다양한 온·오프라인 활동을 전개할 계획이다. 임상우 외교부 공공외교대사는 환영사를 통해 서포터즈들을 격려하고 디지털 글로벌 캠페인의 시작을 알렸다. 임 대사는 마다가스카르 대사 시절 직접 카메라를 들고 소통했던 경험 등을 공유하며 디지털 플랫폼을 활용하여 전 세계 대중과 소통하는 것의 중요성을 강조했다. 한편, 임 대사는 올해 디지털 글로벌 캠페인 주제인 YouthFULL Tomorrow를 소개하며, 디지털 네이티브인 청년들이 새로운 시각으로 한국의 숨은 매력을 찾고 세계에 전달하는 공공외교의 주역이 되어줄 것을 당부했다. 임 대사와 서포터즈들은 차준환 선수가 출연한 홍보영상과 우리 AI 기업과 협업으로 제작한 AI 홍보영상을 통해 캠페인 주제를 이해하고, ‘미래에 보내는 타임캡슐’ 행사를 진행하며 캠페인 출범의 의미를 더했다. 올 한해 외교부는 YouthFULL Tomorrow 캠페인 확산을 위해 콘텐츠 공모전(외교부장관상), AR 게임 챌린지, SNS 챌린지 등 다채로운 디지털 활동을 전개하며 전 세계와 소통할 예정이다. 특히 캠페인 메시지 확산 과정에서 청년층의 참여를 이끌어내고 우리 AI 기업과의 협력을 확대함으로써, 국정과제인 ‘국민과 함께하는 외교’를 실현하고 청년 참여형 디지털 공공외교의 저변을 넓혀나갈 방침이다.

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  2026-04-10

• 3월 하반기 캄보디아 한달 생활비 전달 - 181회

    3월 하반기 캄보디아 한달 생활비 보내기 를 리더스타인브 회원님들의 기사, 가치 봉사로 전달 하였습니다 티어랏12세 초등학교 6학년말괄냥이 티어랏은  특별합니다.장래 소망은 평범한    “Angel for Kor-Fils’s Journey”  

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  2026-03-30

• 3월 상반기 캄보디아 한달 생활비 전달 - 180회

    3월 상반기 캄보디아 한달 생활비 보내기 를 리더스타인브 회원님들의 기사, 가치 봉사로 전달 하였습니다 ●리차니16살 15학년모든 것에 열심히 하는 적극적인 일에 달란트가 있습니다.장래 희망은 선생님입니다. 아래 사진은 봉사에 참가한 명단입니다

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  2026-03-23

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• 3월 하반기 장학금 전달 - 150회

    클럽회원님들의 기사, 가치 봉사로 전달 하였습니다 ●리사(13세)6학년리사는 조용한 성격으로  아이입니다.얌전한데도 용기있게  달란트를 발휘합니다.나중에 좋은 선생님이 되고   아래 사진은 봉사에 참가한 명단입니다

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  2025-04-19

• South Korea Advances Small Satellite System for National Security and Space Industry Growth

    From April 2 to April 4, the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA), the Korea Aerospace Administration, and the Korea Coast Guard convened in Busan for the "Detailed Design Review Meeting for the Small Satellite System." The purpose of the meeting was to evaluate whether the current satellite system design meets the required performance standards and to discuss future steps in the development process.   The Small Satellite System Development Project is a multi-agency initiative designed to rapidly monitor crisis situations on the Korean Peninsula and its surrounding waters. The project also aims to establish an efficient system for utilizing national space assets. Led by the Agency for Defense Development (ADD), the initiative includes collaboration among various domestic research institutes and private companies.   During the design review, officials conducted a comprehensive evaluation to confirm that the satellite system meets performance requirements. The meeting also officially confirmed the project's readiness to move forward with prototype production, system integration, and testing within the approved budget and timeline.   The project will now enter the production phase of the flight model (FM) for the SAR (Synthetic Aperture Radar) verification satellite, with an actual space launch planned for 2026 following a series of ground tests. Subsequent launches will include SAR constellation satellites and EO (Electro-Optical) satellites, further expanding South Korea's space-based monitoring capabilities.   Jung Kyu-heon, Director of the Space Command and Communications Program Division at DAPA, emphasized the importance of the project, stating, “The development of the small satellite system is progressing smoothly. We are actively reviewing the establishment of a joint civil-military operations center to ensure efficient utilization of national space assets. Once operational, the system will complement the 425 satellite and serve as a core component of the military’s Kill Chain strategy.”   Kim Jin-hee, Director of the Satellite Division at the Korea Aerospace Administration, highlighted the project's broader significance. “Having passed a key milestone in development, we will continue to support the remaining stages. This project will contribute to public safety through rapid disaster response and infrastructure monitoring, while also helping to secure core space technologies and foster the growth of South Korea’s space industry through domestic launch opportunities,” she said.   The continued progress of the Small Satellite System Development Project underscores South Korea's commitment to enhancing national security, responding to disasters, and expanding its footprint in the global space industry.

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  2025-04-17

• 리더스타임즈 진로진학탐방 - 연세대학교 간호학과

      Q. 연세대학교 간호학과는?     A. 연세대학교 간호학과는 국내최초 간호학 석사과정 및 박사과정을 개설한 간호교육기관입니다.‘우수하고 혁신적인 교육과 연구, 글로벌 리더십의 확장을 통해 건강한 세상을 선도한다’는 교육목적을 갖고 있습니다. 1905년 설립된 오랜 전통을 지닌 학과입니다.     Q. 졸업 후의 진로는 어떻게 나뉘는 편입니까?     A.대부분 대학병원 간호사로 진로를 결정합니다. 이외에도 보건교사, 제약회사, 보건직 공무원 등의 진로가 있으나 간호사로서 임상 경력을 요구하는 경우가 많아 3년정도 간호사로 일을 합니다.     Q. 본교 간호학과만의 특별한 문화나 행사가 있습니까?     A. 연세대학교 간호학과 학생들을 ‘선우인’이라고 부르는데, 이 이름을 따서 만든 간호대학의 축제인 ‘선우제’가 있습니다. 신촌/송도에서 다양한 부스를 진행하고 일일호프를 운영하기도 합니다. 또, 의대/치대/간호대 학생들이 함께하는 idea fair 행사가 있습니다. 또, 교환학생을 가는 비중이 적은 간호학과의 특성에 비롯해 방학에 1-2주간 해외 간호학과로의 국제교류프로그램이 진행되고 있습니다. 일본, 홍콩, 핀란드, 몽골 등 다양한 학교읙 간호대학에 방문해 국제적인 시야를 넓힐 수 있습니다.     Q. 입학을 위해 준비해두면 좋은 것이 있습니까? 본인만의 입시 팁을 주자면?     A.생명1, 2의 기본적인 지식이 있어야 수업 내용을 따라올 수 있습니다. 또한 암기량과 공부량이 굉장히 많은 학과이기 떄문에 어느정도 마음의 준비를 하고 진학하는 것이 필요합니다. 저는 학생부 종합으로 입학했는데, 상대적으로 낮은 내신을 생활기록부를 통해 보완할 수 있었다고 생각합니다. 진로와 관련된 활동을 많이 해서 세특을 채우는 것이 중요합니다.     Q. 미래의 후배들에게 하고 싶은 말이 있습니까?     A.연세대학교 간호학과는 최근 세계 QS순위 37위, 국내 1위를 달성할 만큼 우수한 학과입니다. 좋은 동기들과 선후배들이 있어 즐거운 학교 생활을 해나갈 수 있습니다. 송도, 신촌에서 대학 생활을 하며 많은 추억을 쌓을 수 있는 연세대학교 간호학과에 꼭 입학하여 후배로 만나뵐 수 있었으면 좋겠습니다.

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  2025-04-11

• 리더스타임즈 교육취약지역 학생지원 150여 차례

    리더스타임즈는 교육 취약 지역의 청소년들을 위한 꾸준한 지원 활동을 통해 현재까지 총 150차례에 걸쳐 생활비 지원을 진행했으며, 향후 그 범위를 더욱 확대해 나갈 계획이다.    이러한 지원은 리더스타임즈의 자체 비용으로 이루어지지만, 기사 작성이나 선행 활동에 참여한 국내외 청소년들의 이름으로 기부가 진행된다는 점에서 더욱 특별한 의미를 갖는다. 청소년들의 선한 영향력이 기부로 이어지는 구조를 통해, 나눔의 가치를 더욱 널리 확산시키고 있다.   과거 필리핀 따알 화산 폭발 당시에는 눈처럼 쌓인 화산재를 뚫고 직접 구호물자를 전달한 바 있으며, 아프리카 신생아 살리기 모자 보내기 운동, 코피노 및 캄보디아 청소년에게 한 달 생활비 지원, 태풍 피해 지역의 지붕 공사 지원금 마련, 그리고 다양한 소규모 생활 지원 활동 등을 통해 국제적인 연대와 나눔을 실천해왔다.   2025년에는 인기 가수 요요미가 국제구호활동 홍보대사로 위촉되면서 리더스타임즈의 활동에 더욱 큰 의미를 더했다. 유명인의 참여는 더 많은 사람들에게 나눔의 메시지를 전하고, 사회적 관심을 유도하는 계기가 되고 있다.   앞으로도 리더스타임즈는 '세상의 소소한 가치를 찾고 밝히는 언론'이라는 슬로건 아래, 따뜻한 사회를 만드는 데 앞장설 계획이다.   Leader’s Times Supports Underprivileged Students with 150 Rounds of Aid – More to ComeLeader’s Times has been providing living expenses to students in underprivileged areas over 150 times, and now it’s planning to expand its support even further.Although the expenses are funded by Leader’s Times, the donations are made under the names of young students from various nations, mainly Korea. No matter they write articles or engage in meaningful actions, then they simultaneously participate in funding. This unique system encourages the spirit of giving among the youth.During the Taal volcano eruption in the Philippines, Leader’s Times delivered relief supplies through the ash-covered areas, just like it always did in similar situations. It had also participated in various aid activities, like sending baby hats to save newborns in Africa, providing monthly living expenses to Kopino and Cambodian children, funding roof repairs after typhoons, and offering small everyday help to those in need.This year is especially meaningful as popular Korean singer Yoyomi has been appointed as the ambassador for international relief activities. Her involvement is expected to bring more attention to the cause.Leader’s Times continues its mission to discover and highlight small but valuable stories in the world.

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  2025-04-09

• South Korea Strengthens Defense Ties with Romania Amid European Rearmament Efforts

                                                                                                         Photograph offered by Hanhwa Aerospace Seok Jong-geon, Chief of South Korea’s Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA), visited Romania from March 28 to 29 as the country accelerates its rearmament efforts to enhance military capabilities. The visit was part of South Korea’s broader strategy to position itself as a key defense cooperation partner between NATO and the European Union, particularly in light of the EU’s recently announced European rearmament plan.   Romania has emerged as a crucial defense industry partner for South Korea in Eastern Europe, following the export of Shin-Gungman-portable air defense systems in 2023 and K9 self-propelled howitzers in 2024. During his visit, Seok engaged in high-level meetings with key Romanian officials to assess Europe's defense reinforcement strategies and promote South Korea’s defense industry solutions.   Over the two-day visit, Seok met with key decision-makers in Romania’s defense acquisition sector, where discussions emphasized the advantages of South Korea’s defense industry, particularly its ability to localize production effectively. Both sides agreed that South Korean defense systems could play a significant role in supporting Romania’s military modernization efforts. The meetings also provided an opportunity to review the progress of Shin-Gung and K9 howitzer exports, while also supporting South Korea’s bids for Romania’s infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) and main battle tank (MBT) acquisition programs with the Redback armored vehicle and K2 MBT.   In a meeting with Nicoleta Pauliuc, Chair of the Senate Defense Committee, Seok discussed South Korea’s proactive collaboration with Romanian companies to facilitate the participation of the Redback and K2 in Romania’s procurement programs. Pauliuc, who holds authority over defense acquisition budget approvals and allocations, acknowledged South Korea’s role as a key partner in Romania’s defense industry development.   Seok also met with Bogdan-Gruia Ivan, Minister of Economy, Entrepreneurship, and Tourism, who oversees major defense project decisions and industrial cooperation. The discussions focused on expanding defense collaboration into new areas such as naval vessels and advanced defense technologies. Ivan expressed Romania’s interest in working with South Korean defense and shipbuilding companies to enhance security in the Black Sea region and strengthen the country’s shipbuilding industry. He also proposed cooperation in cutting-edge defense technologies, including artificial intelligence and quantum computing, to which Seok responded by agreeing to accelerate discussions.     Summarizing the visit, Seok stated, “This visit to Romania provided firsthand insight into the largest European rearmament effort since the Cold War and created new opportunities for defense cooperation with NATO and EU countries.” He emphasized that South Korea will make every effort to ensure the successful export of the Redback armored vehicle and K2 MBT, building on the momentum established during the meetings.  

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  2025-04-07

• 우크라이나 공여자 플랫폼(UDP) 키이우에서 열린 제13차 운영위원회 참석

  우크라이나 공여자 플랫폼(UDP) 제13차 운영위원회 [리더스타임즈] '우크라이나 공여자 플랫폼(UDP, Ukraine Donor Platform)' 제13차 운영위원회가 4월 2일 우크라이나 키이우에서 개최됐으며, 동 회의에는 정병하 우크라이나 재건지원 정부대표가 참석했다. 이번 회의에 참석한 주요 공여국 및 기관들은 UDP의 유용성과 우크라이나 재건·복구에 대한 변함없는 지지 의사를 표명하고, 재건지원 관련 정보를 공유했다. 참석자들은 2026년 우크라이나 재정 수요, 복구 및 재건을 위한 지원 및 효율성 제고, EU 가입 논의를 통한 우크라이나의 포괄적 개혁, 민간의 역할 등에 대하여 논의하였다 정병하 우크라이나 재건지원 정부대표는 우크라이나 평화와 재건을 위한 우리의 지원의지를 재확인하고, 우리의 지원 현황을 소개하면서 공여국과 우크라이나 정부 간 긴밀한 공조 필요성을 강조 하였다 또한 동 계기에 우크라이나 경제부, 영토개발부, 내각사무처 등과의 협의를 통해 우크라이나 재건 추진 상황을 청취하고, 향후 효율적인 사업 추진을 위한 정부 간 협력 방안을 논의하였다 우리 정부는 이번 제13차 UDP 운영위원회 참석을 통해 국제사회 연대 강화 및 우리나라의 우크라이나 재건지원 의지를 재확인한 것으로 평가된다.

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  2025-04-04

• South Korea and Thailand Sign Nuclear Cooperation Agreement to Foster Peaceful Use of Nuclear Energy

  On March 21, 2025, the "Agreement on Cooperation in the Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy between the Government of the Republic of Korea and the Government of Thailand" was officially signed in Bangkok. Ambassador Park Yong-min of the Republic of Korea to Thailand and Supamas Isarabhakdi, the Minister of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation of Thailand, signed the agreement, marking Thailand as the 30th country to enter into a nuclear cooperation agreement with Korea.   Both countries, as members of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), have prioritized nuclear safety and environmental protection as key objectives. By leveraging nuclear technology for peaceful purposes, the two nations aim to foster socio-economic development, which prompted the signing of the agreement.   Through this partnership, Korea and Thailand plan to enhance cooperation in several key areas, including nuclear research and technology development, the construction and operation of nuclear power plants and research reactors, and the use of radioactive isotopes in various fields such as industry, agriculture, and medicine. The agreement also covers radioactive waste management, nuclear safety, human resources development, and public awareness. To ensure the effective implementation of these initiatives, both countries will establish a joint committee and initiate specific activities such as technological exchanges, joint research, expert training, and the transfer of equipment and technology.   The Korea-Thailand Nuclear Cooperation Agreement serves as the institutional framework for the peaceful use of nuclear energy between the two countries. Korea, with its advanced nuclear technology and expertise, will support the development of Thailand's nuclear infrastructure. In turn, Thailand aims to promote industrial and scientific advancement through the expanded peaceful use of nuclear energy. This collaboration is expected to foster mutually beneficial outcomes and strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations.

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  2025-03-31

• 아프리카 농업 혁신 이끈 케이(K)-라이스벨트 2024년 벼 종자 3,562톤 생산으로 목표 3천톤 돌파

  파종 작업(세네갈) [리더스타임즈] 농림축산식품부와 농촌진흥청은 케이(K)-라이스벨트 프로젝트를 통해 아프리카 7개 국가에서 고품질 다수확 벼 종자 총 3,562톤을 수확하는 성과를 달성하였다. 2024년 수확량은 사업 첫해인 2023년 2,321톤보다 1,241톤(53%), 2024년 목표 3,000톤보다 562톤(19%) 증가한 3,562톤으로 최종 집계됐으며, 평균 수량(생산성)도 헥타르(㏊)당 4톤으로 2023년 3.7톤보다 8%, 현지 2.4톤보다 67%(1.7배) 높아 향후 케이(K)-종자에 대한 수요가 확대될 것으로 기대된다. 이번에 수확한 종자는 사업 대상국과 협의를 거쳐 현지 농가에 보급되고 잔량은 취약계층 등에 제공될 예정이다. 한편, 농식품부와 농진청은 케이(K)-라이스벨트 프로젝트에 대한 신규 희망 국가가 증가함에 따라 케이(K)-라이스벨트 확장을 위한 신규사업 준비도 철저히 해 나가고 있다. 신규 희망 국가인 시에라리온, 코트디부아르, 기니비사우 3개국에 대상으로 현지 타당성 조사를 완료했으며 케이(K)-종자의 현지 적응성과 농가 반응을 분석하기 위한 시범포 조성 사업도 성공적으로 완료하였다. 그 결과, 케이(K)-품종이 현지 품종보다 수확량이 23% 더 높게 나타났다. 또한 현지 농민들은 케이(K)-품종이 빠른 숙기(熟期)로 재배 관리가 용이하고 병해충 저항성도 강하며 맛과 향이 현지 품종보다 우수하다고 평가하였다. 시에라리온 농업식량안보부 자카리아워 아흐메드 잘로(Jackariawo Ahmed JALLOH) 국장은 “이번 종자 시범포 사업을 통해 케이(K)-품종의 우수성을 확인할 수 있었으며, 케이(K)-라이스벨트 프로젝트가 본격적으로 추진되어 시에라리온의 식량 문제 해결에 중요한 역할을 할 수 있기를 기대한다.”라고 밝혔다. 정부는 케이(K)-라이스벨트 프로젝트의 우수 성과를 남부 지역으로 확산할 계획이다. 농식품부는 프로젝트 참여 의사를 밝힌 마다가스카르, 말라위, 짐바브웨, 앙골라 등 4개국과 프로젝트 추진을 위한 양해각서(MOU)를 지난해 체결한 바 있다. 아울러, 종자 중심의 동 프로젝트를 쌀 가공 및 유통 산업 지원, 농촌 생활환경 개선 등과 연계함으로써 케이(K)-라이스벨트가 아프리카 농업 및 농촌 개발을 위한 플랫폼으로 기능할 수 있도록 지원할 계획이다. 농식품부 정혜련 국제협력관은 “이번에 달성한 수확 실적과 높은 평균 수량은 케이(K)-라이스벨트 프로젝트의 효과를 입증하는 구체적 지표이다.”라며, “본 프로젝트의 우수 사례가 주변 아프리카 국가들에게도 확산되어 식량위기 해소와 우리나라 국제위상 제고에 기여할 수 있도록 많은 관심과 지원을 부탁드린다.”라고 밝혔다.

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  2025-03-27

• 문체부, 몽골 울란바토르시에 어린이와 청소년 위한 도서관 건립 지원

  몽골 울란바토르시립도서관 별관 부지 위치 [리더스타임즈] 문화체육관광부는 공적개발원조(ODA) 사업의 일환으로 몽골에 어린이와 청소년을 위한 도서관을 건립하는 것을 지원한다. 이를 위해 3월 26일 오전, 몽골 울란바토르시립중앙도서관에서 별관 건립을 위한 착공식을 개최한다. 이번 행사에는 문체부 송윤석 지역문화정책관과 주몽골대한민국대사관 최진원 대사를 비롯해 몽골 문화체육관광청년부 너민(Nomin) 장관, 울란바토르시 냠바토르(Nyambaartar) 시장 등이 참석해 별관 건립을 축하할 예정이다. 문체부는 2007년부터 교육과 문화기반시설이 부족한 개발도상국을 대상으로 공공도서관 환경을 개선하고, 한국 자료를 포함한 양질의 문화·교육 콘텐츠를 지원해 왔다. 이 사업을 통해 2019년까지 작은도서관 132개를 설립했으며, 2020년부터는 지원 대상을 공공도서관으로 전환해 2023년에 베트남 하노이시립도서관을 성공적으로 조성한 바 있다. 1980년에 건립된 울란바토르시립중앙도서관은 그동안 많은 시민에게 지식과 정보를 제공해 왔다. 하지만 주로 성인들이 이용하고 시설은 노후화된 상황이다. 이에 2026년 개관을 목표로 어린이와 청소년들이 주로 이용할 수 있는 별관을 신축한다. 별관은 총면적 2,300㎡의 4개 층 규모로 친환경·무장애 설계를 통해 모든 연령층이 편리하게 이용할 수 있도록 건립한다. 유아·어린이실과 청소년자료실, 디지털자료실, 한국자료실 등 다양한 공간을 구성하고 도서와 기자재도 지원한다. 몽골 도서관 관리자와 실무자들을 대상으로 초청 연수와 전문가 파견 교육 프로그램도 추진해 도서관 서비스의 질적 향상을 도모하고 양국 간 도서관 전문가들의 협력도 강화할 예정이다. 울란바토르시립중앙도서관 인드라(Indra) 관장은 “새롭게 지어질 별관은 어린이와 청소년, 장애인들이 쉽게 접근하고 양질의 교육 환경을 제공하는 도서관이 될 것이다.”라고 말했다. 송윤석 지역문화정책관은 “이번 착공식은 한국과 몽골이 도서관을 중심으로 협력하는 새로운 장을 여는 계기가 될 것이다. 울란바토르시립중앙도서관 별관이 몽골을 대표하는 복합문화공간으로 탄생하길 기대한다.”라며, “문체부는 앞으로도 지속 가능한 교육과 문화 발전을 위해 한국형 도서관 모델을 세계적으로 확산하고, 전 세계가 함께 성장할 수 있는 문화적 기반을 조성하는 데 최선을 다하겠다.”라고 밝혔다.

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  2025-03-26

• South Korea and U.S. Sign MOU to Digitize Sanitary Certification for Livestock Imports

    The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the U.S. Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) to digitize sanitary certificates for American livestock products imported into South Korea. The agreement, finalized on March 13 in Washington D.C., marks a significant advancement in streamlining the import process and strengthening food safety management between the two nations.   This collaboration is the result of extensive working-level discussions between MFDS and FSIS since last year, aimed at ensuring a secure and efficient exchange of sanitary certification data. As early as the end of this year, South Korea is expected to implement an electronic sanitary certification system, becoming the first country in the world to receive digital sanitary certification information for livestock products from the United States.   The initiative holds particular importance given that U.S. livestock products constitute the largest share—approximately 31%—of South Korea’s total meat imports. With the adoption of electronic sanitary certification, South Korea will join Australia, Chile, Thailand, Brazil, and New Zealand in utilizing this system. Once in place, an estimated 68% of the country’s imported livestock products will be processed through digital certification.   The transition to electronic certification is expected to deliver multiple benefits. By eliminating the risk of certificate forgery and falsification, the system will enhance the safety management of imported and exported livestock products. Furthermore, digitalization will remove the need for issuing, verifying, and storing paper documents, improving inspection efficiency and reducing costs. The reduction of paper usage also aligns with global carbon neutrality goals, reinforcing sustainability efforts.   MFDS has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening international cooperation to expand the use of electronic sanitary certification for imported livestock and seafood products. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to accelerate the digital transformation of imported food safety management, ensuring a more efficient, secure, and sustainable regulatory framework.  

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  2025-03-24