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1st ASEAN-Korean Joint Cooperation Committee Meeting

Jakarta – The First Meeting of the ASEAN-Republic of Korea (ROK) Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) was held today at the ASEAN Secretariat. The Meeting reviewed the progress of ASEAN-ROK cooperation in the past one year, particularly the progress of implementation of the … Continue reading 1st ASEAN-Korean Joint Cooperation Committee Meeting

Korea: Death toll rises to 244, 58 still missing in ferry tragedy

Seoul – The confirmed death toll from the South Korean ferry which capsized nearly three weeks ago has risen to 244, 58 still missing. An official from the maritime administration said divers found six more bodies on Sunday. 105 divers … Continue reading Korea: Death toll rises to 244, 58 still missing in ferry tragedy

President Obama on Trip to Asia arrives in Tokyo

Tokyo – President Obama arrived in Tokyo on Wednesday to begin an eight-day tour of Asian allies designed to assure leaders that they have a strong U.S. backup at a time of rising tensions in the region.Obama went directly to his … Continue reading President Obama on Trip to Asia arrives in Tokyo

9 dead, 179 rescued, 287 still missing in ROK ferry sinking

Seoul – The South Korean Coastguard’s regional chief, Kim Soo-hyun, has given an update on the rescue operation to find missing passengers from a South Korean ferry that capsized Wednesday.Of the 475 people on board, 9 have been confirmed dead, … Continue reading 9 dead, 179 rescued, 287 still missing in ROK ferry sinking