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June 25, 2014

For many years, cosmetic surgery for men was something to be hushed up.Yet, in a society where appearance can be power, an increasing number of Korean men are heading to plastic surgery clinics in an effort to climb the corporate ladder and keep up with the younger-looking.Lee Jeong-hwan, 31, said he recently visited a plastic surgeon for a consultation on having double-eyelid surgery. “I have a double eyelid on only one eye. I think I’d make a better impression on people if I had a balanced loo

May 2, 2014

The following message was contributed by Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Korea Abdulla Al Romaithi to commemorate his country’s 42nd National Day, which falls on Dec. 2. ― Ed.On Dec. 2 each year, the United Arab Emirates commemorates its foundation. This day 42 years ago, the late founding president Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, together with members of the Supreme Council of Rulers, united seven emirates under one flag: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ras al-Khaimah, Ajman, Umm al-Qai

Dec. 1, 2013

The following was contributed by Omani Ambassador to Korea Mohamed Salim Alharthy on the occasion of the 43rd National Day of the Sultanate of Oman. ― Ed.Firstly, I’d like to thank The Korea Herald for giving me the opportunity to publish this article about Oman and the friendly relations and cooperation between Oman and Korea. I would also like to express the embassy’s warm greeting and appreciation to our friends in Korea for their marvelous support and assistance in promoting the relations be

Nov. 17, 2013

Under the administration of Republic of China President Ma Ying-jeou, the nation’s diplomatic efforts focus squarely on fostering peace and stability through viable diplomacy. Working on the basis of mutual trust, the ROC government has pursued a raft of pragmatic cultural, economic and trade policies. The first step in this process began with improving cross-strait relations. Tensions between Taipei and Beijing long hindered Taiwan’s ability to participate substantively in the international com

Oct. 9, 2013

The following article was contributed by Liang Ying-ping, representative of the Taipei Mission in Korea, on the occasion of the 102nd National Day of the Republic of China (Taiwan), which falls on Oct. 10. ― Ed.Today is the 102nd National Day of the Republic of China (Taiwan). Each year, this is a time for us to celebrate the birth of our nation, and people in Taiwan and other predominantly ethnic-Chinese communities the world over are commemorating the great Double 10th National Day. On behalf

Oct. 9, 2013

Riyadh is the meeting place for the nation and the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is characterized by its geographical location since it is located in the central part of the Kingdom. It is home for the government and all governmental divisions and major companies as well as foreign embassies in the Kingdom. Riyadh encompasses the biggest universities and scientific institutes, and is characterized by the hundreds of entertainment centers and historical sites scattered within the are

Sept. 22, 2013

Yangyang, Gangwon Province ― Son Tae-yeong used to play among the tall stalks of rice and patchy barren fields of Yangyang County’s Haedam Village in Gangwon Province when he was an elementary schoolboy.Son’s boyhood job was to collect animal dung for fertilizer in an open clearing where cattle grazed. The 51-year-old farmer recalled how he also had plenty of time for horsing around, too, and rattled off names of games that every Korean of a certain age ― whether raised in the city or the countr

Sept. 12, 2013

Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi Province ― Sometimes a lot more goes into a steamed bun than simply sweet red beans, according to Choi Dong-bun, a leading figure in Yangpyeong County’s Sumi Village in Gyeonggi Province. Choi is not just a leader in Sumi; she is the woman responsible for making her village particularly renowned for steamed buns.The steamed buns that a group of tour professionals, officials and media learned to make at a rural experience camp site in Sumi ― treats that have made Sumi Village

Sept. 12, 2013

The following article was contributed by Azerbaijani Charge d’Affaires Ramzi Teymurov on the occasion of the 95th anniversary of the establishment of the Republic of Azerbaijan. ― Ed.On May 28, 2013, Azerbaijan celebrated the 95th anniversary of its Republic Day. Located at the crossroads of Western Asia and Eastern Europe, Azerbaijan Democratic Republic (ADR) was established in 1918 becoming the first democratic and secular republic in the Muslim world before being occupied by the Bolshevik Red

May 29, 2013

Peru and the Republic of Korea established diplomatic relations on April 1, 1963, and has now completed 50 years of friendship and cooperation.Some might ask what has created such a strong and lasting bond between the two countries which are so far apart. The reason is that during the past 50 years both countries have learned to know and understand each other, and also how to identify the areas in which to cooperate and move forward together.Bilateral relations with Korea have a special meaning

April 14, 2013

Following a decade of record-high growth, Peru’s economy has remained strong and resilient despite persistent global uncertainty, thanks to strong fundamentals, supportive terms of trade and sound policy management. In the latest assessment of the Peruvian economy by the IMF’s 24-member executive board on Feb. 13, the IMF said that Peru has emerged as one of the fastest-growing and most stable economies in Latin America. Over the period 2002―12, the Peruvian economy almost doubled in size, real

April 14, 2013

In recent years, Peruvian cuisine has become recognized worldwide and the highlight of a series of articles and reports published by prestigious news sources around the world.In its article “Food of the Andes by the Golden Gate,” the New York Times said that Peru’s culinary profile was rising due to its diverse climate and ecology that produces a wide variety of food. Peruvian cooking has been influenced by Andean, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese and African cultures, and has 468 different dishes, th

April 14, 2013

With impeccable natural beauty, thought-provoking ancient relics and indomitable hospitality of the people, Bangladesh has blessed potential to be an amazing tourist destination. Situated between India and Myanmar with the entire south edged by the Bay of Bengal, this South Asian country is crisscrossed by hundreds of rivers making it an interesting delta. Sprawling green hills and valleys along with mangrove forests and long stretches of sandy beaches also add value to the spectacular natural b

March 25, 2013

The following is a message from Pakistani Ambassador Shaukat Ali Mukadam on the occasion of Pakistan Day, which fell on March 23. ― Ed.Every year Pakistanis celebrate Pakistan Day to commemorate the auspicious day of March 23, 1940, when we resolved to be an independent country from colonial rule and ultimately after a valiant struggle, we achieved independence on Aug. 14, 1947. The year 2013 is of special significance as Korea and Pakistan celebrate 45 years of the establishment of diplomatic r

March 24, 2013

The following is a message from Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari on the occasion of Pakistan Day, which fell on March 23. ― Ed.Pakistan Day this year will go down in history of the country as a memorable day when the democratically elected parliament and the government completed, for the first time, its constitutionally mandated term, and the nation is poised for a democratic transition. It is indeed a watershed mark and a giant leap forward in the nation’s quest for democracy, federalism an

March 24, 2013