South Korea and the Netherlands held their inaugural high-level dialogue with foreign affairs and trade ministers in Seoul on February 11, 2026, reaffirming their commitment to deepen bilateral cooperation in trade, economic security, artificial intelligence (AI), and other areas amid heightened global tensions. The ministers issued a joint statement emphasizing the need to strengthen their strategic partnership in the face of increasing geoeconomic tensions and rapid technological advancements. Building on the 2022 strategic partnership, they agreed to expand collaboration in semiconductors, quantum technologies, and critical mineral supply chains.
An open letter published on International Day of Education urges South African scientists to actively engage with students to improve stagnant STEM marks, despite a record-high matric pass rate of 88%. The piece highlights declining maths and physics performance and calls for visibility and storytelling to inspire future innovators.
South Korea's Foreign Minister Cho Hyun met with EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas in Brussels to discuss enhancing cooperation in security, defense, economy, and trade. The meeting marked their second strategic dialogue. Both sides agreed to maintain high-level exchanges and explored ways to deepen substantive ties.
The second edition of the '16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence' festival saw the National Council for Women partner with international organizations to combat violence against women. Organized by What Women Want magazine alongside UN Women, UNFPA, and UNICEF, the event combined policy talks, art, and public involvement. Discussions highlighted digital risks and art's role in awareness.
South Korean and Japanese business lobbies met on Jeju Island to discuss ways to enhance cooperation in artificial intelligence and semiconductors. The two sides addressed shared challenges like population decline. They issued a joint statement vowing to build stable investment environments and supply chains.
South Korea's Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo emphasized open plurilateralism and AI cooperation at the APEC Ministerial Meeting in Gyeongju on October 30 amid global economic shifts. Foreign Minister Cho Hyun urged partners to keep the Asia-Pacific region 'open and connected' to jointly address economic and geopolitical challenges. The meeting serves as a final preparation for the leaders' summit on November 1 and 2.
Xsolla has marked International Women’s Day by highlighting women in the gaming industry. The company is advancing its vision for greater female leadership in the sector. This initiative underscores efforts to promote gender diversity in games.