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2007 South-North Korean Summit

The Korean Government has consistently emphasized the need for an inter-Korean summit, which it recognizes as instrumental in resolving the issue of the North Korean nuclear program and developing inter-Korean relations.

Hostage Crisis in Afghanistan

On July 19, 2007, 23 Korean aid workers on a humanitarian mission in Afghanistan were taken hostage by the Taliban. The Korean government is doing its best in its power to secure their immediate release of innocent civilians.

2014 Incheon Asian Games

The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) selected on April 17, 2007, the Korean city of Incheon as the host of the 2014 Asian Games. This international oceanic city has previously hosted various international games, including Korea-Japan World Cup in 2002 and annual Incheon International Marathon and Korea Open International Badminton Championship.

2011 Daegu IAAF World Championships in Athletics

The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) on March 27, 2007, selected the Korean city Daegu as host of the 2011 World Championships. Daegu will be the third Asian city to host the biennial championships after Japan's Tokyo in 1991 and Osaka this year.

2012 International Exposition, Yeosu, Korea

Korea's port city Yeosu, located in South Jeolla Province, has been bidding to host the 2012 World Expo. Currently, Poland, Greece, Italy and Morocco have expressed their wish to host the event. The final decision will be made in December 2007.

Six Party Talks

The South Korean Government is striving to resolve the North Korean nuclear issue peacefully through dialogue with the international community in its quest for the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula in accordance with the principle that it will not tolerate North Korea's possession of nuclear weapons.

The Road to Free Trade Hot

Ending more than 14 months of tough negotiations, Korea and the United States reached a free trade agreement on April 2 2007 that would drastically boost their exports. Korean President Roh Moo-hyun hailed the deal as a "stepping stone for another economic leap forward in the nation's push to join the ranks of advanced countries." Overall, the agreement will eliminate nearly 85 percent of each side's tariffs on industrial goods immediately, with the remaining tariffs to be phased out over three to 15 years.

Dokdo

Dokdo is and has for centuries been an integral part of Korean territory. And the Dokdo issue is a living testament to Korea's history and stands as a symbol of our restored sovereignty. Given that our restored sovereignty lies at the heart of the Dokdo issue, the government will deal with it in calm, yet stern manner.

History & Truth

Japan's history distortion attempts continue to provoke the international community. The new Japanese history textbook, introduced in 2006, justifies and glorifies Japan's past atrocities, including its annexation of Korea. Many countries urge Tokyo to acknowledge the past wrongdoing and make a frank apology as Japan denied in March 2007 that neither its military nor government had forced women to serve as sex slaves in military brothels during World War II.

Balanced National Development

An introduction to the Participatory Government's policies for achieving balanced national development. The policies are specifically aimed at building a society for all people by achieving regional balance, promoting decentralization and encouraging regional reforms and local uniqueness.

East Sea

Korea first used the term, "East Sea" in 59 BC; China also called it "East Sea" in the 10th century. "Sea of Korea" or "Eastern Ocean" was commonly used on European maps before the 20th century. So, why is the East Sea called the "Sea of Japan?"

Dynamic Korea

This new design is a contemporary rendition of the traditional Korean taegeuk (yin and yang) pattern and seeks to express new waves of change and innovation. It also envisions a dynamic future as well as self-confident and high-tech images of the nation.

Goguryeo (Koguryo) in Korean History

Goguryeo was an ancient Korean kingdom with a brilliant history that flourished across a vast expanse of land in East Asia. This special section reviews Goguryeo's history and culture. Prominent history scholars also provide more details.

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