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United States and South Korea hold tenth Senior Economic Dialogue focusing on trade and security
Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg and Republic of Korea Second Vice Foreign Minister Kim Jina met in Washington to conduct the U.S.-ROK Senior Economic Dialogue (SED).
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United States and South Korea hold tenth senior economic dialogue in Washington
The United States Department of State is set to host the tenth Senior Economic Dialogue (SED) with the Republic of Korea (ROK) on December 10, 2025, in Washington, D.C. Jacob Helberg, Under Secretary for Economic Affairs, will meet with Kim Jina,...
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U.S. Embassy Seoul launches desk to support Korean investment and travel
The U.S. Embassy in Seoul has introduced the Korean Investment and Travel (KIT) Desk, a new initiative aimed at strengthening economic relations between the United States and South Korea.
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Deputy Secretary Landau meets ROK Vice Foreign Minister Park to discuss alliance modernization
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Republic of Korea First Vice Foreign Minister Park Yoonjoo in Washington.
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Recall issued for ByHeart infant formula over botulism concerns
A recall has been issued for ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula in the United States following concerns about an outbreak of infant botulism.
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U.S. sanctions North Korean banks and individuals for laundering cybercrime proceeds
The United States has imposed sanctions on two entities and eight individuals accused of supporting North Korea's efforts to launder money obtained from cybercrime and fraudulent information technology activities.
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United States, Japan, South Korea strengthen economic ties at APEC summit
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu and Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Cho Hyun during the APEC Economic Leaders’ Week in Gyeongju.
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Kevin Kim named Chargé d’Affaires ad interim at U.S. Mission to South Korea
Kevin Kim has been appointed as Chargé d’Affaires ad interim at the United States Mission to the Republic of Korea.
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Kevin Kim appointed as chargé d’affaires at U.S. Embassy Seoul
Kevin Kim has been named Chargé d’Affaires, ad interim, at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul.
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U.S. Embassy in Seoul announces departure of Chargé d’Affaires Joseph Yun
Ambassador Joseph Yun will step down from his role as Chargé d’Affaires, ad interim, at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul on October 24, according to a statement released by the U.S. Department of State.
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U.S. and South Korea discuss business travel and visa cooperation in virtual meeting
The U.S.-Republic of Korea Business Travel and Visa Working Group held its second meeting virtually on October 21.
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International coalition releases report on North Korean cyber activities and sanctions evasion
The Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team (MSMT), composed of representatives from the United States, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, and the United Kingdom, has released a...
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U.S. Embassy warns of travel disruptions during APEC Economic Leaders’ Week in Gyeongju
The U.S. Embassy in Seoul has issued an alert to American citizens regarding traffic restrictions and possible demonstrations during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Week, which will take place from October 27 to...
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U.S. State Department clarifies rules on allowable uses of B-1 business visitor visas
The U.S. Department of State has released updated information outlining the allowable uses for B-1 business visitor visas, clarifying the activities permitted under this visa category.
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U.S. and South Korean officials hold strategic dialogue in Seoul
U.S. Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker and Republic of Korea First Vice Foreign Minister Park Yoon-joo met in Seoul for the U.S.-Republic of Korea Strategic Dialogue.
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U.S. Embassy Seoul recruits delegates for CES 2026 technology event in Las Vegas
The U.S. Commercial Service (USCS) at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul has announced the recruitment of participants for its official delegation to CES 2026, scheduled to take place in Las Vegas from January 6 to January 9, 2026.
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U.S., South Korea hold first business travel and visa working group meeting
The first meeting of the U.S.-Republic of Korea Business Travel and Visa Working Group took place in Washington on September 30.
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U.S. releases 25th annual report on global human trafficking
Human trafficking remains a significant global issue, according to the 25th edition of the Trafficking in Persons Report released by the U.S. Department of State.
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U.S. Deputy Secretary meets South Korean foreign minister at UN General Assembly
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Cho Hyun during the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week in New York City.
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U.S. sanctions six targets over North Korean arms sales linked to Burma
The United States has imposed sanctions on six targets involved in generating revenue for North Korea, specifically focusing on the procurement of military materiel for Burma’s military regime.