Korean Embassy in Riyadh Hosts Global Journalists Conference: Enhancing Relations and Showcasing Korea's Culture, Economy, and Technological Advancements
The Korean Embassy in Riyadh hosted a week-long World Journalists Conference for reporters from Saudi Arabia and around the world.
The goal was to strengthen Korea's relationships with other countries.
Ambassador Choi Byung Hyuk expressed the belief that Saudi journalists' experiences and insights in Korea would introduce the country to Saudi Arabia.
He highlighted expanding cooperation in sectors like plants, hydrogen supply chains, defense, and culture.
The conference was organized by the Korean Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Korea Press Foundation, and over 65 international journalists attended.
A conference was held with discussions on media in war reporting, world peace, and Korea's foreign policy.
Topics also included the impact of Web3 on digital media and Seoul's Tourism Renewal plan.
The organizers showcased Korea's culture, landscapes, history, diplomatic relations, and scientific advancements.
The Korean ambassador noted the popularity of Korean culture among Saudi youth.
Hyuk highlighted Korea's natural beauty, warm people, and growing Muslim community.
Rapid progress in bilateral relations was mentioned due to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to Korea and President Yoon Suk-Yeol's upcoming trip to Saudi Arabia.
At the opening of the 12th World Journalists Conference (WJC), Jong Hyun Park, president of the Journalists Association of Korea, emphasized the importance of unity among journalists from different nations, as they gather to discuss common global challenges and the future of journalism.
Park encouraged attendees to explore South Korea's culture and unique regions, including Seoul, Gyeonggi-do, Incheon, Suwon, Ansan, and the demilitarized zone.
Speakers at the event included Joo Hee Lee from the Korea Herald, Anum Hanif from the Hum News Network in Pakistan, Nicola Smith from The Telegraph in the UK, Leonardo Casa from BioBio Chile, and Ki Yon Kil from the Seoul Tourism Organization.
A tour took journalists to Incheon, Seoul, Suwon, Yongin, and Ansan in South Korea.
They interacted with locals and witnessed how technology transformed communities.
Highlights included visiting the demilitarized zone and Dora observatory, where visitors used binoculars to view North Korea's mountains, farmlands, and Gaeseong city.
Ambassador Choi Byung Hyuk expressed the belief that Saudi journalists' experiences and insights in Korea would introduce the country to Saudi Arabia.
He highlighted expanding cooperation in sectors like plants, hydrogen supply chains, defense, and culture.
The conference was organized by the Korean Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Korea Press Foundation, and over 65 international journalists attended.
A conference was held with discussions on media in war reporting, world peace, and Korea's foreign policy.
Topics also included the impact of Web3 on digital media and Seoul's Tourism Renewal plan.
The organizers showcased Korea's culture, landscapes, history, diplomatic relations, and scientific advancements.
The Korean ambassador noted the popularity of Korean culture among Saudi youth.
Hyuk highlighted Korea's natural beauty, warm people, and growing Muslim community.
Rapid progress in bilateral relations was mentioned due to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to Korea and President Yoon Suk-Yeol's upcoming trip to Saudi Arabia.
At the opening of the 12th World Journalists Conference (WJC), Jong Hyun Park, president of the Journalists Association of Korea, emphasized the importance of unity among journalists from different nations, as they gather to discuss common global challenges and the future of journalism.
Park encouraged attendees to explore South Korea's culture and unique regions, including Seoul, Gyeonggi-do, Incheon, Suwon, Ansan, and the demilitarized zone.
Speakers at the event included Joo Hee Lee from the Korea Herald, Anum Hanif from the Hum News Network in Pakistan, Nicola Smith from The Telegraph in the UK, Leonardo Casa from BioBio Chile, and Ki Yon Kil from the Seoul Tourism Organization.
A tour took journalists to Incheon, Seoul, Suwon, Yongin, and Ansan in South Korea.
They interacted with locals and witnessed how technology transformed communities.
Highlights included visiting the demilitarized zone and Dora observatory, where visitors used binoculars to view North Korea's mountains, farmlands, and Gaeseong city.
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