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Korea develops new strain of basmati rice
First, they smelled it. Then they tasted a spoonful of it. Finally, they wrote down their comments on a sheet of paper.
This rice-tasting was...
‘Korea, Russia need knowledge to become
A new trend has been emerging recently at key broadcasting companies in Korea.
They have begun to feature non-Koreans who speak fluent Korean and who...
Korea, Iceland hold summit
President Park Geun-hye (second from right) hosts a summit with Icelandic President Olafur Grimsson (second from left) at Cheong Wa Dae on Nov. 9.
Korea...
Korea supports Myanmar’s landmark election
"This year's Myanmar election is a historic milestone in the country's democratic development."
The Korean government has called Myanmar's Nov. 8 general election a "historic...
Ancient golden shoes on display
The carvings on the shoes are as elaborate as embroidery. They are so intricate that it is hard to believe that the shoes are...
Korean cultural traditions served up in Paris
A wide variety of craftworks created by artisans welcomes visitors to the International Heritage Show at the Louvre Museum in Paris as the exhibit...
Korea shares weather tech across Asia
Korea, South Asian and Southeast Asian nations have shared their weather forecasting systems that use high-end technologies. Staff from weather agencies in the Philippines,...
Cooperative conservation of native plants in Central Asia
The Korea National Arboretum has published an illustrated plant book, "Flora of the Western Tien Shan: The Chimgan Mountains," along with the Uzbekistani Institute...
Korea, France march together toward a better future
President Park Geun-hye (second from right) and French President François Hollande hold a summit at Cheong Wa Dae on Nov. 4.
The leaders of Korea...
Eat your way across Korea: ginseng chicken soup
The delicious world of Korean cuisine is broad and deep. From the vast vegetable varieties of kimchi, through to the three pillars of Korean...
Korea-US alliance stronger than ever: governments
Minister of National Defense Han Minkoo (right) and his U.S. counterpart Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter shake hands during the 47th Korea-U.S. Security Consultative...
Korea, Japan to accelerate talks to solve comfort women issue
President Park Geun-hye (right) and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe pose for a photo prior to the Korea-Japan summit on Nov. 2.
President Park Geun-hye...
Korea, China vow to further enhance bilateral cooperation
President Park Geun-hye (right) shakes hands with Chinese Premier Li Keqiang prior to a summit at Cheong Wa Dae on Oct. 31.
President Park Geun-hye...
Joseon king celebrates mother’s birthday
King Jeongjo (1752-1800) was the 22nd Joseon monarch and was a filial son who loved his father. He had a tough childhood because his...
Home appliances to become newer, more convenient
Home appliances to become newer, more convenient :: Korea.net : The official website of the Republic of Korea// // //...
Korea, Ethiopia cooperate on reforestation
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Live recording of young Korean pianist to be released
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What makes contest winners fall in love with Korea
The “Talk! Talk! Korea 2015” contest run by the Korean Culture and Information Service (KOCIS) gathered together thoughts and feelings about Korea and all...
New section of Gyeongbokgung to be restored
A traditional ceremony where people harden the earth before construction, a jigyeong dajigi, takes place during a ceremony that marks the beginning of restoration...
President boosts everyday Hanbok
A model holds up the full skirt with both hands. Her feet can be seen underneath, stepping softly and lightly. From her carefully coifed...