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Mongolia's ambassador sees Lee visit opening new 'golden era' in Seoul-Ulaanbaatar ties Q. This will be President Lee's first trip to Mongolia, and a Korea leader's first state visit there in 15 years. How did it come about? What's on the agenda? Why is Mongolia positioning itself as a partner in critical minerals and rare earths specifically? The Second National Cancer Center is a flagship medical initiative leveraging Korean expertise. What concrete progress has been made ahead of the summit? You mentioned environment is also on the agenda. What's the main initiative there? What role can Mongolia play in easing tensions on the Korean Peninsula? Mongolia is often floated as a potential venue if U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korea's Kim Jong-un were to meet again. What's your reaction to that speculation? Given Mongolia's position between Russia and China, how do you explain its "Third Neighbor" foreign policy? Multilateralism has become a real buzzword lately, but some argue that it doesn't work anymore. Does this affect how Mongolia, as a small country, approaches its overall diplomacy? Where do you see the deepest cultural connections between Mongolia and Korea? What are the characteristics of Mongolian food? Horseback racing is considered a universal experience for most Mongolian kids growing up. What about your own experience? What's your favorite Korean dish?
08 July 2026

Mongolia's ambassador sees Lee visit opening new 'golden era' in Seoul-Ulaanbaatar ties Q. This will be President Lee's first trip to Mongolia, and a Korea leader's first state visit there in 15 years. How did it come about? What's on the agenda? Why is Mongolia positioning itself as a partner in critical minerals and rare earths specifically? The Second National Cancer Center is a flagship medical initiative leveraging Korean expertise. What concrete progress has been made ahead of the summit? You mentioned environment is also on the agenda. What's the main initiative there? What role can Mongolia play in easing tensions on the Korean Peninsula? Mongolia is often floated as a potential venue if U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korea's Kim Jong-un were to meet again. What's your reaction to that speculation? Given Mongolia's position between Russia and China, how do you explain its "Third Neighbor" foreign policy? Multilateralism has become a real buzzword lately, but some argue that it doesn't work anymore. Does this affect how Mongolia, as a small country, approaches its overall diplomacy? Where do you see the deepest cultural connections between Mongolia and Korea? What are the characteristics of Mongolian food? Horseback racing is considered a universal experience for most Mongolian kids growing up. What about your own experience? What's your favorite Korean dish?

Ahead of President Lee Jae Myung's state visit to Mongolia, Ambassador Sukhee Sukhbold outlines plans for deeper cooperation on rare earths, health, the environment and regional diplomacy.Seoul's ambassadors are often gastronomes keen to share a taste of their home cuisine. In this series, the Korea JoongAng Daily asks the diplomatic corps to introduce our readers to their favorite restaurants...
'Dictator in training': Kim Ju-ae's appearances in North Korean media show she's not just a little girl anymore The protected daughter Training for power Learning the weight of the crown This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
07 July 2026

'Dictator in training': Kim Ju-ae's appearances in North Korean media show she's not just a little girl anymore The protected daughter Training for power Learning the weight of the crown This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

A new analysis of state media footage traces North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's daughter from a protected child to a figure increasingly presented as preparing for power.[A STUDY OF KIM JONG-UN 12]Rows of North Korean naval generals stood in formation and saluted without hesitation. Then came a strikingly incongruous scene: A smiling 10-year-old girl casually extended her hand to each of them in...
Dinosaur expert seeks to redefine Unesco's role at this year's heritage committee A turning point Beyond palaces and royal tombs
05 July 2026

Dinosaur expert seeks to redefine Unesco's role at this year's heritage committee A turning point Beyond palaces and royal tombs

Huh Min is a dinosaur expert. He even has a dinosaur named after him, thanks to his contributions to Korea's paleontology.That made his appointment as chief of the Korea Heritage Service last year quite unexpected. Many wondered what a scholar best known for studying prehistoric life could contribute to the agency overseeing the nation's heritage — especially since 2026 marks a critical milestone...
'The Korean Table' tells the 3,000-year story behind today's global K-food boom
03 July 2026

'The Korean Table' tells the 3,000-year story behind today's global K-food boom

A new exhibition at the National Museum of Korea explores several millennia of Korean dining, from charred rice grains and royal banquets to ssam, seafood and the everyday habits that shaped modern K-food.What defines K-food? Is it the ingredients, the cooking method or the way it's presented?The National Museum of Korea offers its own answer at the recently opened exhibition "The Korean Table:...
Episode 10: I'd still go to Itaewon that day — an ode to staying alive and remembering To Readers Note: The story centers on the Itaewon disaster, which occurred on Oct. 29, 2022. What changes after a disaster Sewol ferry disaster Why I decided to write this series I am still living with PTSD This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
01 July 2026

Episode 10: I'd still go to Itaewon that day — an ode to staying alive and remembering To Readers Note: The story centers on the Itaewon disaster, which occurred on Oct. 29, 2022. What changes after a disaster Sewol ferry disaster Why I decided to write this series I am still living with PTSD This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

If you suffer from a condition that traps you in the past, forgetting is no longer an option.*The series is based on the real-life experience of Kim Nam-young, a JoongAng Ilbo reporter currently living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The following articles are written from Kim's first-person perspective.Itaewon is a well-known nightlife district in Yongsan District, central Seoul, and...
Episode 9: Four years later, October is still the cruelest month To Readers Note: The story centers on the Itaewon disaster, which occurred on Oct. 29, 2022. The meaning behind feeling safe Why social healing is needed Sewol ferry disaster April 19 Revolution The Second Battle of Yeonpyeong The long road to recovery This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
01 July 2026

Episode 9: Four years later, October is still the cruelest month To Readers Note: The story centers on the Itaewon disaster, which occurred on Oct. 29, 2022. The meaning behind feeling safe Why social healing is needed Sewol ferry disaster April 19 Revolution The Second Battle of Yeonpyeong The long road to recovery This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

As fall approaches, the specter of a tragedy and its possible reoccurrence lingers while the need for remorse, accountability, and social healing remains crucial.*The series is based on the real-life experience of Kim Nam-young, a JoongAng Ilbo reporter currently living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The following articles are written from Kim's first-person perspective.Itaewon is a...
Iconic 'Walking Buddha' makes Korea debut in landmark exhibit of treasures from Thailand Related Article When the idea is the artwork: MMCA opens exhibition of Korean conceptual art A new generation of Korean ballet takes the stage National Museum of Korea, Uffizi Galleries sign MOU on collection exchanges, restoration cooperation This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
30 June 2026

Iconic 'Walking Buddha' makes Korea debut in landmark exhibit of treasures from Thailand Related Article When the idea is the artwork: MMCA opens exhibition of Korean conceptual art A new generation of Korean ballet takes the stage National Museum of Korea, Uffizi Galleries sign MOU on collection exchanges, restoration cooperation This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

The National Museum of Korea opens its first large-scale Thai art exhibition on June 23, featuring rare masterpieces from 21 Thai national museums and free admission through June 30.Standing atop a lotus pedestal, the Buddha places his left foot forward while slightly lifting his right heel. His thin monastic robe appears to flutter like a feather, drawing viewers into a serene, contemplative...
Vassal no more: Kim Jong-un's body language with Xi, Putin says he's one of the big boys now Related Article
30 June 2026

Vassal no more: Kim Jong-un's body language with Xi, Putin says he's one of the big boys now Related Article

A close reading of Kim Jong-un's body language and rhetoric shows how North Korea's leader rebounded from the 2019 Hanoi summit collapse to gain new leverage with China and Russia, reshaping South Korea's security environment.[A STUDY OF KIM JONG-UN 10]Feb. 28, 2019, is a day North Korean leader Kim Jong-un will never forget. It is the date of the "no deal Hanoi summit," in which U.S. President...
TWS brings every shade of youth to sold-out KSPO Dome debut Related Article
29 June 2026

TWS brings every shade of youth to sold-out KSPO Dome debut Related Article

The boy band launched its first Asia tour with two concerts, showcasing its signature youthful energy alongside new unit performances that revealed the group's growing musical range.Youth was prevalent in every form possible at K-pop boy band TWS's kickoff concert for its Asia tour at the KSPO Dome in Songpa District, southern Seoul, on Sunday.There was the bubbly kind, the grungy kind, the...
Progressives blame Yoon Suk Yeol for North Korea's hostility. But the enmity goes back further. A hostile turn The turning point A disappearance of conciliatory language This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
28 June 2026

Progressives blame Yoon Suk Yeol for North Korea's hostility. But the enmity goes back further. A hostile turn The turning point A disappearance of conciliatory language This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

A decade-long analysis of North Korean state media suggests Pyongyang 's break with Seoul started after the collapse of the 2019 Hanoi summit, when liberal South Korean President Moon Jae-in was in office.[A STUDY OF KIM JONG-UN 9]On the night of Sept. 19, 2018, at the Rungrado 1st of May Stadium on Rungra Island in Pyongyang, then-President Moon Jae-in stood before 150,000 cheering North...