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  • Applications for 2014/15 Chevening Scholarships in South Korea are now open

    British Embassy Seoul welcomes South Korean candidates' applications for the 2014/15 Chevening Scholarships programme.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK-Korea infrastructure partnership offers huge opportunities

    British Expertise and the International Contractor’s Association of Korea sign new MoU to support construction projects.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Launch of UK offshore wind industrial strategy

    The UK is now, and predicted to remain, the largest offshore wind market in Europe.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Consular section will be closed on Friday 19 July

    The Consular section of the British Embassy in Seoul will be closed on 19 July and will re-open on 22 July.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Korean War remembered at Westminster Abbey

    A parade and service of thanksgiving was held at Westminster Abbey today to mark 60 years since the signing of the Korean War armistice.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK and Korea in cooperation for supporting IT start-ups

    UKTI teams up with the Korea's Ministry of Science, ICT and Future to support internet start-ups who are looking to international markets.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • FCO Permanent Under Secretary visits Seoul

    Sir Simon Fraser lays framework for President Park’s State Visit.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK IT Powers the Future

    Imagination Technologies, one of the UK’s industry leaders had a showcase of innovative IT at the British Embassy in Seoul this week.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • The Consular section will be closed on Wednesday 19 June

    The Consular section of the British Embassy in Seoul will be closed on 19 June and will re-open on 20 June.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Ambassador welcomes announcement of UK State Visit

    South Korean President Park Geun-hye accepted an invitation from The Queen to pay a State Visit to the United Kingdom in the autumn.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Ambassador's speech at Anti-Corruption Symposium in Korea

    British Ambassador Scott Wightman made a speech on UK Bribery Act at 2013 Anti-Corruption Symposium organised by UN Global Compact Korea.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK Minister Visits Korea for Green Partnership with Korea

    UK Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change, Ed Davey, today begins a three-day visit to Seoul on tackling global climate change.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • 130 years of ties celebrated at Queen’s Birthday Party

    The British Embassy in Seoul held official birthday celebrations for Her Majesty the Queen.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Korean War 60th anniversary events

    The MOD and Westminster Abbey will formally mark the bravery and dedication of those who fought in the Korean War over 60 years ago.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary marks 20th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day

    The Foreign Secretary William Hague recognises the bravery of journalists around the globe on World Press Freedom Day.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Award for UK Trade & Investment Teams in Seoul and Abu Dhabi

    UKTI teams in Seoul and Abu Dhabi have been awarded Silver medals for innovation at the most recent UKTI Leadership Conference.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Ambassador Scott Wightman calls on Korean Deputy Prime Minister

    British Ambassador Scott Wightman had a meeting with Korean Deputy Prime Minister to exchange their views for strong bilateral relationship.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary written statement on Consular Strategy 2013-16

    The Foreign Secretary today launched a new strategy for consular services from 2013 to 2016 titled “Consular Excellence”

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Human Rights and Democracy Report launch

    The Foreign Secretary William Hague has launched the Foreign Office Human Rights and Democracy report for 2012.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Office update on North Korea

    The Foreign Secretary, William Hague, has updated Parliament on recent developments on North Korea.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government