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The AI Summit takes place in Seoul, the RoK. (Photo: AISUMMIT.CO.KR)
World

Republic of Korea remains firm in its goal of becoming an AI powerhouse

The government of the Republic of Korea (RoK) has just unveiled multi-trillion-dollar mega-projects aimed at making the country a powerhouse in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). Amidst the rapid advancement of information technology, AI is identified as a “strategic asset” shaping the RoK’s future development in the coming decades.

An overview of the meeting between the Can Tho People's Committee and the RoK delegation led by Prof. Kim Hak-min, head of the Ethics Investigation Advisory Committee of the RoK National Assembly. (Photo: VGP)
Society

Can Tho, RoK explore cooperation in smart cities, AI, green industry

Can Tho and partners from the Republic of Korea (RoK) are seeking to expand cooperation in smart urban development, artificial intelligence (AI) and green industry, following talks between the municipal People's Committee and a RoK delegation led by Prof. Kim Hak-min, head of the Ethics Investigation Advisory Committee of the RoK National Assembly.

Delegates from the Viet Nam Coast Guard and the Korea Coast Guard pose for a commemorative photo. (Photo: VNA)
Viet Nam & World

Viet Nam Coast Guard vessel visits RoK

Viet Nam Coast Guard vessel CSB 8001 paid a visit to the Republic of Korea (RoK) from June 15–19, reinforcing cooperation between the two countries' maritime law enforcement agencies and contributing to their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Overview of the working session.
Viet Nam & World

Strengthening connectivity and expanding cooperation between Gia Lai province and partners in RoK

Gia Lai possesses distinctive advantages, significant potential and favourable conditions to expand connectivity and attract Korean enterprises to participate in high value-added projects. In the coming period, the Embassy of Viet Nam will work alongside Gia Lai to promote its potential, introduce investment opportunities and facilitate connections with suitable partners in the Republic of Korea (RoK).

Vietnamese Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Vu Ho speaks at the forum.(Photo: VNA)
Business

Forum promotes Viet Nam–RoK supply chain connectivity

Viet Nam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) still have ample room to strengthen supply chain connectivity in key industries such as electronics, semiconductors and food processing, experts said at the 2026 Ho Chi Minh City–RoK investment cooperation and business networking forum held in Ho Chi Minh City on May 20.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae
Commentary

Japan and RoK: Leaving the past behind, looking towards the future

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae began her visit to the Republic of Korea (RoK) on May 19 to attend a bilateral summit with host President Lee Jae Myung. In contrast to the previous period of strained ties, both sides are making efforts to overcome differences and jointly address a series of pressing strategic issues.

Boasting some of the finest beaches on the planet, such as Kem Beach, Phu Quoc is rapidly becoming a phenomenon among travelers from the Republic of Korea. (Photo: Fabl Belek)
Destination

RoK media decodes 'Phu Quoc phenomenon': Why Guam and Saipan are being replaced

Once the default choice for the Republic of Korea (RoK)'s families, Guam and Saipan are steadily losing ground to a rising star in Southeast Asia. Recent reports by The Korea Herald and Korea JoongAng Daily analyse Phu Quoc as an emerging tourism phenomenon. The island's success is attributed not only to competitive costs but also to activities that are redefining the multi-generational vacation experience.

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