On January 29, Consul Daniel C. Gedacht met with Director Kim Sun-hee of the Busan Museum of Art (BMA) and discussed increasing cultural and artistic exchanges. Consul Gedacht was given a guided tour of the exhibitions currently displayed at the Children’s Gallery.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | January 29, 2019 | Topics:
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On January 29, Consul Daniel C. Gedacht gave a special lecture to 5th graders at International School of Busan on how the U.S. government operates as part of “Government Week.” The children were especially curious about the American system of checks and balances.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | January 29, 2019 | Topics:
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On January 28, Consul Daniel C. Gedacht paid a visit to the ASEAN Culture House (ACH) in Busan. The Consul had a chance to discuss ASEAN – Korea relations and look around the exhibitions at ACH with Ham Seung-hoon, the Director General.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | January 28, 2019 | Topics:
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On December 6 – 7, Pushpinder Dhillon, Minister Counselor for Economic Affairs of the U.S. Embassy made a familiarization visit to Busan and Ulsan with his staff. In Busan, the ECON team visited the World Fisheries University, attended the AMCHAM Busan Committee’s special lecture on smart cities, and learned operations of the New Port. In ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | December 7, 2018 | Topics:
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In commemoration of International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3, Public Diplomacy (PD) Section of the U.S. Embassy and the U.S. Consulate Busan organized two round table discussions on December 5 in Gyeongnam and Busan on disability rights featuring Prof. Michael Schwartz, a deaf lawyer and associate professor of law at Syracuse University. ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | December 5, 2018 | Topics:
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On November 23, Consul Daniel C. Gedacht represented the Mission at Daegu-Gyungbuk International Exchange Association (DGIEA)’s “Evening of Friendship” in Daegu. Daegu City Mayor, Gyeongbuk Governor, scores of third-country diplomats, as well as approximately 600 local leaders in business and academia attended the event.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | November 23, 2018 | Topics:
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On November 6, Consul Daniel C. Gedacht congratulated the student recipients of the Daedong Scholarship. The scholarship is funded and awarded by Daedong Scholarship Association.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | November 6, 2018 | Topics:
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On November 6, Consul Daniel C. Gedacht gave a special lecture on the Unified Universe Theory of the American animation film studio Pixar to Pukyong National University Students in the Cultural Studies Department.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | November 6, 2018 | Topics:
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On November 3, Consul Daniel C. Gedacht attended the “Turn Toward Busan Peace Festival” with his children and spoke to the public about the enduring nature of the U.S.-ROK friendship. The event, hosted by The Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs Busan Regional Office and attended by over 3000 Busan citizens , is to remind ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | November 3, 2018 | Topics:
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Consul Daniel C. Gedacht attended the opening of the 6th Busan International Port Conference held in Busan on November 1, 2018.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | November 1, 2018 | Topics:
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On October 25, Consul Daniel C. Gedacht cut the ribbon at the opening ceremony of the Busan Museum’s special exhibition “Documents of Joseon Tongshinsa.” The event was held to commemorate the first anniversary of the enshrinement of the Joseon Tongshinsa as a UNESCO Memory of the World item. The “Joseon Tongshinsa” refers goodwill diplomatic missions that ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 25, 2018 | Topics:
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After participating in the 45th Meeting of the Commission of the United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea (UNMCK), Ambassador Harry Harris observed the UN Day Ceremony held at the Cemetery on October 24, 2018.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 24, 2018 | Topics:
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On October 17, at the 12th Annual World Ocean Forum in Busan, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary (ADAS) of State for Japan and Korea Marc Knapper spoke to an audience of over 300 researchers, tech innovators, and maritime industry leaders about the United States’ commitment to a Free and Open Indo-Pacific region and emphasized U.S.’s willingness ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 17, 2018 | Topics:
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On October 16, Consul Daniel C. Gedacht spoke on U.S. – Korea relations to 200 students of the College of Economics and Trade, Pusan National University, as a special guest speaker at the “Global Economy and Leadership Seminar,” a series of special lectures by renowned guest speakers from various fields.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 16, 2018 | Topics:
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As a special guest speaker at the Busan World Affairs Council’s Seminar, Consul Daniel Gedacht discussed how and why “Korea matters for America and America Matters for Korea” on October 10, 2018. Over 100 students and faculty of Pukyong National University, along with members of the Busan World Affairs Council listened and participated in a ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 10, 2018 | Topics:
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On October 5, Ambassador Harry Harris gave a big picture overview and discussed the future of U.S.-Korea relations at a Town Hall Meeting with over 100 students at the Korea Maritime and Ocean University in Busan.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 5, 2018 | Topics:
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Ambassador Harry Harris made his first official visit to Pohang City on October 4 and paid a courtesy call on Mayor Lee Kang-deok. He also visited U.S. Marine and ROK Navy installations in Pohang.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 4, 2018 | Topics:
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On September 19, Consul Daniel Gedacht performed a reading of his Korean translation of “i” by the American Pulitzer and Grammy-winning rapper Kendrick Lamar at the “Eoulim Poem Recitation 2018” of the Busan Municipal Simin Library. The audience of over 100, ranging from elementary school students to retirees, participated in the call-and-response of “I love myself,” spreading ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | September 19, 2018 | Topics:
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On September 19, a group of over 150 students and youth joined Consul Daniel C. Gedacht at the Busan English library for a discussion on taking chances and using failure as a tool for future success. The session ended with over 30 minutes of informal chatting, questions, and selfies.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | September 19, 2018 | Topics:
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On September 17, Consul Daniel C. Gedacht appeared on KNN TV’s morning talk show “People Focus.“ Consul Gedacht introduced the functions and roles of the U.S. Consulate in Busan and shared his personal stories as a U.S. diplomat. The interview was conducted all in Korean, and he even surprised the anchor and audience by singing ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | September 17, 2018 | Topics:
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On September 12, Dana M. Jea, Public Diplomacy Officer of the U.S. Embassy and Consul Daniel C. Gedacht met with thirty local high school students at Busan Foreign Language High School for an open and interactive discussion on geopolitical issues, trade, and the U.S.-ROK alliance. This served as a great opportunity for Mission Korea to ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | September 12, 2018 | Topics:
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Washington, DC September 6, 2018 Special Representative for North Korea Stephen Biegun will travel to Seoul, Republic of Korea; Beijing, China; and Tokyo, Japan from September 10–15. The Special Representative will meet with his counterparts and continue diplomatic efforts to achieve the final, fully verified denuclearization of North Korea as agreed to by Chairman Kim ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | September 6, 2018 | Topics:
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On September 4, Consul Daniel C. Gedacht delivered a special lecture to a group of young Korean job seekers at K-Move and shared tips and insights on employment. He encouraged them to be risk-takers, and to not be afraid to fail as a way to develop expertise, skills, and toughness. K-Move is a government agency ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | September 4, 2018 | Topics:
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On August 30, Consul Daniel C. Gedacht signed a Memorandum of Understanding between the U.S. Embassy and the Daegu Metropolitan Jungang Library for the Daegu American Corner.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | August 30, 2018 | Topics:
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On August 29, Consul Daniel C. Gedacht gave congratulatory remarks at The Asan Institute’s “Korea Matters for America | America Matters for Korea” Busan launch event, and moderated a panel discussion.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | August 29, 2018 | Topics:
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On August 17, Ambassador Harry Harris laid a wreath at the U.N. Memorial Cemetery in Korea (UNMCK), Busan, and honored those who sacrificed their lives for Korea during the Korean War.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | August 17, 2018 | Topics:
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On August 16, Ambassador Harry Harris paid a courtesy call on Mayor Oh Keo-dong, Busan Metropolitan City and congratulated Mayor Oh on his electoral victory in June, and shared views and perspectives on current issues in Busan and Korea.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | August 16, 2018 | Topics:
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On August 3, Consul Daniel Gedacht welcomed 14 students and a teacher from Pohang Dongsung High School and gave a special lecture on his life and career as a U.S. diplomat and shared his experiences from the various countries in which he has served.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | August 6, 2018 | Topics:
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On July 27, Consul Daniel C. Gedacht delivered words of appreciation at the Commemoration Ceremony of the U.N. Forces for the sacrifices and contributions of nearly 2 million U.N. soldiers from 22 countries including the United States, who fought for Korea during the Korean War. Consul Gedacht also addressed the importance of and his desire ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | July 27, 2018 | Topics:
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On July 24, Consul Daniel Gedacht was invited as the special guest of Busan e-FM’s hour-long interview program, “The Interview.” He answered wide-ranging questions from host Daniel Shin on the role of the U.S. Consulate, as well as his life and career as a diplomat. Click the link below to listen the interview.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | July 27, 2018 | Topics:
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On July 20, Consul Daniel Gedacht delivered welcoming remarks at the opening of the “Symposium of the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2017”, and members of the Embassy’s Public Diplomacy staff participated in a roundtable discussion. AEIF is officially sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and selects the recipients annually. At the symposium, participants ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | July 20, 2018 | Topics:
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On July 13, Consul Daniel Gedacht gave an interview with Kookje Shinmun and shared his life story and details about his return to Korea after 20 years as the Consul of the U.S. Consulate in Busan. He expressed his desire to strengthen U.S. – Korea alliance through promoting exchanges and interactions during his term in ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | July 18, 2018 | Topics:
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On July 12, Consul Daniel Gedacht attended the 36th memorial service of the late U.S. General Richard S. Whitcomb at the United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea (UNMCK). General Richard S. Whitcomb is widely respected for his efforts to help Busan children who were orphaned during the Korean War. He is also recognized for helping ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | July 12, 2018 | Topics:
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On July 9, Consul Daniel Gedacht welcomed 16 students and a teacher from Ulsan Foreign Language High School. Consul Gedacht opened with welcome remarks and gave a special lecture on the life and career as a U.S. diplomat and shared his experiences from the various countries in which he has served as an American diplomat. ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | July 9, 2018 | Topics:
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On July 5, CBP Attaché Edward V. Bayron and Principal Officer Daniel Gedacht conducted Carrier Liaison Program (CLP) training for employees of Gimhae International Airport and airlines. The CLP program is designed to enhance U.S. border security by helping commercial carriers to become more effective in identifying improperly documented passengers destined to the U.S.A, Guam, ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | July 5, 2018 | Topics:
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On July 3, U.S. Consulate Busan celebrated the 242nd anniversary of U.S. Independence with over 220 distinguished guests at the Park Hyatt Busan. Charge d’Affaires Marc E. Knapper delivered welcoming remarks and introduced the new Principal Officer Daniel Gedacht, who addressed how excited he was to be in Busan by leading a toast.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | July 4, 2018 | Topics:
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On June 15, Consul Dae Kim spoke on “Cultural Differences from a Diplomat’s Perspective and Life in Silicon Valley” to a group of 40 Korean youths seeking employment overseas at a seminar organized by K-Move. Consul Kim shared his insights from the six countries he served as a diplomat and six Silicon Valley companies where ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | June 15, 2018 | Topics:
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Filling in for Consul Dae Kim for two weeks, Embassy Spokesperson Daniel Turnbull had opportunity to discuss U.S – Korea relations with students at two prominent universities in Busan. Mr. Turnbull visited Dongseo University and, after a courtesy call with President Chang Jekuk, gave a lecture to forty undergraduate students on the four dimensions—defense, political, ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | June 7, 2018 | Topics:
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Consul Dae B. Kim visited Daegu on May 17-19. He lectured at Youngnam University’s Executive MBA class, paid a courtesy call on Keimyung University President Synn Il-hee, conferred with Daegu’s Chief Prosecutor Hwang Cheol-kyu, and spoke at the local Toastmasters meeting.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | May 19, 2018 | Topics:
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On May 14, Consul Dae B. Kim paid a visit to Kangdong Hospital in Busan to commemorate the first anniversary of the Commonwealth Medical Referral Program, a medical tourism agreement between the hospital and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands to treat patients from the Islands. Consul Kim spoke with three Amcit patients and ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | May 14, 2018 | Topics:
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Consul Dae B. Kim was one of the speakers at the Career Fair Day event at Busan International Foreign School on May 11. He spoke of work and life of a diplomat and explained the application procedure and selection process of U.S. diplomats.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | May 11, 2018 | Topics:
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On May 9, Chargé d’ Affaires Marc Knapper delivered congratulatory remarks at the ‘Bon Voyage’ ceremony to celebrate the departure of approximately 280 students, faculty, and crew for overseas on-the-job training aboard ‘Hanbada-ho’ and ‘Hannara-ho’ training vessels of the Korea Maritime and Ocean University in Busan. After the ceremony, CDA Knapper joined a fishing class ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | May 9, 2018 | Topics:
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On May 8, CDA Marc Knapper met Abbot Hyangjeok at the Haeinsa Buddhist temple, one of three head temples of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism and home of the “Tripitaka Koreana.”
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By U.S. Mission Korea | May 8, 2018 | Topics:
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On April 27, Consul Dae B. Kim delivered a special lecture on “Cultural Difference from a Diplomat’s Perspective” to around 300 students of Gyeongnam Foreign Language High School in Yangsan, Gyeongnam Province. Sharing his work and life from six countries, Consul Kim highlighted the values and customs of those countries.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | April 27, 2018 | Topics:
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On April 19, Consul Dae B. Kim welcomed 15 students and teachers from Busan Global Village, where the students are currently studying English after school. The students, calling themselves Busan Global Village Junior Reporters, asked prepared questions ranging from the role of Consulate Busan and Embassy Seoul to the U.S.-ROK Free Trade Agreement.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | April 19, 2018 | Topics:
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On April 17-18, American Citizen Services (ACS) and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) from the U.S. Embassy in Seoul provided their off-site services at the Consulate on a walk-in basis, answering inquiries on immigration and citizenship process, accepting applications for passports and Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA), performing notarial services, etc. The next ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | April 18, 2018 | Topics:
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On April 5, Chargé d’ Affaires Marc Knapper, along with Changwon Mayor Ahn Sang-soo and Commander Jeremy Ewing of Commander Fleet Activities Chinhae, laid a wreath at the statue of the late Han Joo-Ho, a Navy warrant officer of Underwater Demolition Team who died in 2010 while trying to rescue the crew of the ROK ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | April 5, 2018 | Topics:
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On April 5, Consul Dae B. Kim was invited as the first special guest of Busan e-FM’s new hour-long interview program, “The Interview.” Dae Kim answered wide-ranging questions from host Daniel Shin on the role of the U.S. Consulate and life and career as a diplomat.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | April 5, 2018 | Topics:
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Daniel Gedacht, currently a Korean language student at FSI Seoul, visited Busan April 4-6 for a foretaste of the city and the Consulate. Mr. Gedacht toured and consulted with officials at the Busan American Corner, United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea (UNMCK), Busan Modern History Museum, and several other museums in Busan and Gimhae. Mr. ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | April 4, 2018 | Topics:
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On March 21, Chargé d’Affaires Marc Knapper visited and laid a wreath at the “Hill 303 Memorial Park” in Chilgok County with County Mayor Baek Sun-ki. The Memorial Park commemorates 42 fallen U.S. soldiers killed by North Koreans at “Hill 303” during the Korean War. Chargé d’Affaires Knapper expressed his gratitude to Korean authorities for ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | March 21, 2018 | Topics:
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On March 9, Busan city’s new Ambassador for International Relations WOO Kyoung-ha paid a courtesy call on Consul Dae B. Kim. After exchanging pleasantries the Ambassador expressed hope that the Consulate would provide Non-immigrant visa (NIV) services in the near future to obviate the need for citizens of Busan and nearby regions to travel to ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | March 9, 2018 | Topics:
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Consulate Busan staff celebrated International Women’s Day on March 8, 2018. The staff honored the Consulate’s sole woman staff Choi, Young mi by presenting her flowers. The staff also discussed women’s status and rights in Korea, the U.S. and around the world.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | March 8, 2018 | Topics:
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On February 27, Busan’s English radio station ‘e-FM’ aired a special program including Consul Dae Kim’s remarks to celebrate its ninth anniversary. Participation in this program allowed Consulate Busan to express support for and strengthen partnership with one of Busan’s major media outlets.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | February 27, 2018 | Topics:
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On February 23, Consul Dae Kim attended the Change of Command ceremony to honor outgoing Commander Terry P. McNamara’s contributions and welcome incoming Commander Jeremy R. Ewing at U.S. Fleet Activities Chinhae in Gyeongsangnam-do province.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | February 23, 2018 | Topics:
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On January 16, Consul Dae Kim was the special guest on the popular live talk show “Morning Wave in Busan,“ Busan e-FM’s radio program. During the live interview, he explained the role and function of the U.S. Consulate in Busan and shared his own work experience. He also played the guitar and sang John Denver’s ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | January 16, 2018 | Topics:
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On December 6, Consul Dae B. Kim congratulated and encouraged the recipients of Daedong Scholarship. The scholarship is funded and awarded by Daedong Scholarship Association.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | December 7, 2017 | Topics:
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On December 5, Chargé d’Affaires Marc Knapper addressed U.S.-ROK relations at a town hall meeting with students at Pusan National University.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | December 5, 2017 | Topics:
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On December 4, Chargé d’Affaires Marc Knapper delivered congratulatory remarks at “All about BFIC 2017” event, a celebration which recognizes BFIC’s role in connecting the City of Busan with the world including its U.S. sister cities Chicago and Los Angeles.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | December 5, 2017 | Topics:
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On December 2, Consul Dae Kim played an impromptu drum solo and sang Stevie Wonder’s “I Just Called to Say I Love You” at JB’s Pop-Song class recital, a well-known English singing class in Busan.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | December 3, 2017 | Topics:
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On November 29 and 30, Consul General Angela M. Kerwin led a team of ACS staff from the U.S. Embassy in Seoul to Busan to provide passport renewal and other ACS services, make a consular visit to an American citizen in jail, and deliver a presentation on J-1 visas at Tongmyong University.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | December 1, 2017 | Topics:
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On October 24, Chargé d’ Affaires Marc Knapper participated in a reception aboard USS Ronald Reagan to demonstrate our resolve and the strength of the U.S.-ROK alliance.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 24, 2017 | Topics:
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On October 24, Chargé d’ Affaires Marc Knapper toured Amaranth Cosmetics Co. Ltd. in Noksan industrial zone in Busan.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 24, 2017 | Topics:
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October 14, 2017 – Chargé d’Affaires Marc Knapper attends the 242nd U.S. Navy Birthday Ball in Busan.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 14, 2017 | Topics:
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October 13, 2017 – Chargé d’Affaires Marc Knapper attends the premier of “Mother!” at the 22nd Busan International Film Festival.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 13, 2017 | Topics:
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On October 12, Consul Dae B. Kim delivered a lecture on “Cultural Differences from a Diplomat’s Perspective and Life in Silicon Valley” to a group of 40 Korean youths at K-Move, an organization which assists young Koreans find employment overseas. For over two hours, Consul Kim shared his insights from the six countries he served ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 12, 2017 | Topics:
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On September 29, Consulate Busan invited 40 policemen who guard the Consulate to chat with Consul Dae B. Kim for an hour over pizza, using the spacious facilities of “K-Move,” the Consulate’s next-door neighbor. Consul Kim explained the role and function of the Consulate and fielded wide-ranging questions from the young policemen, who provide protection ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | September 29, 2017 | Topics:
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On September 6, U.S. Consul Dae B. Kim and ‘K-Move’ Director-General Choi Hee-sook signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), stipulating that the Consulate occasionally provide speakers to K-Move’s programs in exchange for the use of its spacious facilities for the Consulate’s programs. K-Move is a Korean government agency that assists young Koreans find employment overseas.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | September 18, 2017 | Topics:
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On August 25, Consul Dae B. Kim performed two songs at a musical gathering organized by a prominent Buddhist temple in Busan. More than 100 monks and family members from various temples in Busan attended the evening gathering at the “Hongbeopsa” temple. Consul Kim sang John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” followed by a ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | August 30, 2017 | Topics:
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On July 29, Chargé d’Affaires Marc Knapper was one of the distinguished guests to press the button on the outdoor stage to officially kick off the “14th Pohang International Fire and Light Festival” with over 100,000 Pohang citizens in the audience. Earlier in the evening, CDA Knapper proposed a toast at the official VIP dinner ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | July 29, 2017 | Topics:
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On July 26, Consul Dae B. Kim spoke to around 40 members of the Haeundae County Youth Orchestra at their summer retreat in Yangsan City on “Cultural Differences — Customs and Habits.” Following Q&A, Dae Kim also sang with the group. Consulate Busan is diversifying its audiences, activities and program locations during school breaks this ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | July 26, 2017 | Topics:
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On July 20, Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Korea (CNFK) and the Republic of Korea Fleet Command celebrated their 60th and 65th anniversaries, respectively, and the close bilateral alliance, by hosting a joint concert at the KBS Concert Hall in Busan. The concert featured navy bands of both countries, prominent pop and classical singers, break dancers, ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | July 20, 2017 | Topics:
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On July 18, Consul Dae B. Kim made a cameo appearance at the recital of a well-known English song instructor, Mr. Lee Jae-bong, at a concert hall in the Haeundae Cultural Center. Dae Kim sang “You Raise Me Up” and “Tie a Yellow Ribbon ‘Round the Ole Oak Tree,” delighting the clapping, swaying audience of ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | July 18, 2017 | Topics:
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Consul Dae B. Kim of Consulate Busan ferried to the remote island of Ulleung-do July 12-14. He met with Ulleung County Mayor Choi, Soo-il and Ulleung City Council Chairman Jung, Sung-hwan, and spoke to students and faculty at Ulleung High School, the only high school on the island. As this was the first official visit ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | July 14, 2017 | Topics:
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On July 7, Edward V. Bayron, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Attaché from Embassy Seoul, conducted Carrier Liaison Program (CLP) training at Gimhae International Airport. Designed to enhance U.S. border security by helping commercial carriers to become more effective in identifying improperly documented passengers destined to the U.S., Guam and Commonwealth of Northern Mariana ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | July 7, 2017 | Topics:
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On July 5, Chargé d’Affaires Marc Knapper hosted Consulate Busan’s Independence Day Reception at Park Hyatt Busan. He greeted over 240 guests individually and gave welcome remarks, during which he highlighted Republic of Korea President Moon Jae-in’s recent visit to Washington, DC. After a brief, dignified ceremony the mood quickly turned festive, with the guests ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | July 5, 2017 | Topics:
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On July 5, prior to Consulate Busan’s Independence Day Reception, Chargé d’Affaires Marc E. Knapper conferred with Dongseo University President Jang, Je-guk, observed a rehearsal by the University’s musical theater students, and hosted them to an informal pizza lunch. Dongseo is the only university in Busan which offers a major in musical theater.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | July 5, 2017 | Topics:
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On June 26, Dr. Frederick Foote, a poet, neurologist, retired U.S. Navy physician and captain, visited Busan under the auspices of Embassy Seoul and Consulate Busan. Dr Foote, winner of the 2015 Gold Medal for Poetry, Military Writers Society of America, shared his poems and his medical experiences of using poetry and other arts for ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | June 26, 2017 | Topics:
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On June 25, Consul Dae B. Kim spoke at the annual wreath-laying ceremony at the U.N. Memorial Cemetery in Korea (UNMCK), dedicated to fallen UN soldiers from the Korean War. Around 200 guests were in attendance.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | June 25, 2017 | Topics:
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On June 23, 12 middle school reporters from “Busan Global Village” — a local English Camp — visited Consulate Busan to interview Consul Dae B. Kim on his life and career as a U.S. diplomat. Dae Kim opened with welcome remarks and a briefing on the functions of a U.S. diplomatic mission and the role ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | June 23, 2017 | Topics:
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On June 19, Consul Dae Kim attended the International Student Science Fair (ISSF) 2017 held at the Korea Science Academy of Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), a high school for gifted students in Busan. ISSF is an annual event promoted by the International Science Schools Network, which aims to provide a festive ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | June 19, 2017 | Topics:
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On June 15, Consul Dae B. Kim gave a lecture on “U.S. Democracy” to more than 500 students at the Gyeongnam Foreign Language High School. Borrowing Lincoln’s famous words from the Gettysburg Address, Dae Kim began by describing democracy as “government of the people, by the people and for the people.” He explained the intent ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | June 15, 2017 | Topics:
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On June 9, Professor Bernard Rowan of Chicago State University, visiting Korea under the auspices of Consulate Busan, spoke on “Prospects for Korean Unification” at an international conference of the Korean Association of Area Studies (KAAS), held at Dong-A University in Busan. Around 100 professors, students and distinguished guests, including Korean Ambassador for North Korean ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | June 9, 2017 | Topics:
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June 8, 2017 – Visiting Korea on a Department of State-sponsored program, Dr. Bernard Rowan, Professor of Chicago State University, spoke on “Some Barriers to Korean Unification” to 40-50 undergraduate students and faculty members, and 10 invited guests at the Pukyong National University. He also took part in a live radio interview with the highly ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | June 8, 2017 | Topics:
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Four American dancers from New York-based Brian Brooks Company performed their modern dance repertoire at the 13th Busan International Dance Festival, at the outdoor stage on Korea’s most popular Haeundae beach. Their performance was the finale on Saturday, June 3, the most popular evening of the June 2-4 Festival. Their visit was made possible by ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | June 3, 2017 | Topics:
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On June 2, Consul Dae Kim attended a solemn ceremony at the United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea (UNMCK) honoring American veterans of the Korean War. A special guest at the ceremony was a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel and a 1949 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy who flew fighters during the Korean War ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | June 2, 2017 | Topics:
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May 20, 2017 – Chargé d’Affaires ad interim (CDA) Marc Knapper visited the island of Jeju, taking the pulse of its leadership and engaging in public outreach. The CDA first exchanged views on the bilateral relationship with Governor Won Hee-ryong. He then traversed to the eastern coast of the island to attend the “6th International ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | May 20, 2017 | Topics:
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On May 19, 2017 – Consul Dae B. Kim gave a lecture on “U.S. Democracy” to around 400 students at the Busan International Foreign Language High School. Borrowing Lincoln’s famous words from the Gettysburg Address, Dae Kim began by describing democracy as “government of the people, by the people and for the people.” He explained ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | May 19, 2017 | Topics:
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May 18, 2017 – Consul Dae B. Kim met with Ronald Sablan, Director of Medical Referral Services, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Office of the Governor, and Dr. KANG Shin-hyeok, President of Kang-Dong Hospital. Mr. Sablan was in Busan to sign a medical tourism agreement with Kang-Dong Hospital. The Commonwealth is expected to refer ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | May 18, 2017 | Topics:
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April 25, 2017 – Consul Dae B. Kim gave a special lecture on “U.S. Democracy – past, present and future” to a select group of 25-30 students at the Busan National University of Education, all of whom are aspiring elementary school teachers. During his interactive lecture Consul Kim explained the intent of the Declaration ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | April 25, 2017 | Topics:
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April 24, 2017 – Consul Dae B. Kim delivered a presentation on “Cultural Difference from a Diplomat’s Perspective” to a group of 15-20 educators, community organizers and businesspersons. Sharing his work and life from six countries, Dae Kim humorously highlighted the values and customs of those countries. The group, members of which have been studying ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | April 24, 2017 | Topics:
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On April 1, 2017 – Consul Dae B. Kim gave congratulatory remarks and sang at the opening ceremony of a major hospice in Busan. The owner of the hospice is a well-known third-generation doctor and an active community organizer; around 200 guests – including prominent National Assembly members, district ward mayors, city council members, hospital ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | April 1, 2017 | Topics:
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March 25, 2017 – Chargé d’Affaires Marc Knapper attended the Busan International Boat Show 2017. He was given a guided tour of various boats and other marine sports equipment by Mr. Yoon Heui-ro, Executive Vice President of the Busan Exhibition and Convention Center (BEXCO).
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By U.S. Mission Korea | March 25, 2017 | Topics:
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March 21, 2017 – Consul Dae B. Kim gave a presentation to around 30 academics, businessmen and women, third-country diplomats and honorary consuls on the topic of “Culture and Policy.” The audience was a combined group of Busan World Affairs Council members and Pukyung National University’s continuing education class on International Relations. A lively discussion ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | March 22, 2017 | Topics:
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March 18, 2017 – Chargé d’Affaires Marc Knapper delivers welcoming remarks onboard USS Carl Vinson, which arrived in Busan for participation in the annual US-ROK joint training exercises conducted in Korea.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | March 19, 2017 | Topics:
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March 18, 2017 – U.S. Consulate Busan and English radio station E-fm co-arranged a screening of the movie “Hidden Figures” at Busan Cinema Center. Mark Canning, Cultural Affairs Officer of the U.S. Embassy in Seoul, led a post-movie discussion on African-American history, highlighting important contributions made by the movie’s protagonists to the U.S. space program.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | March 18, 2017 | Topics:
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January 9, 2017 – Around 100 university students, young professionals and U.S. service members gathered at Busan Lotte Hotel to bid farewell to Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, who will depart Korean on January 20, 2017.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | January 9, 2017 | Topics:
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November 30, 2016 – Ambassador Mark W. Lippert visited Busan’s famous “Beomeosa” Temple with 21 female students of Aircraft Cabin Service Management Department, Dongeui Institute of Technology, in Busan. The Ambassador and the students were given a guided tour and was briefed on the history of Beomeosa by the Senior Monk.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | November 30, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, U.S. Consulate Busan
November 29, 2016 – As a special guest speaker at the “Career Track Development Seminar for Students of the Mechanic Engineering Department”, Consul Dae B. Kim spoke to the students of Hanyang University on the topic of “Cross-cultural Communication from a Diplomat’s Perspective”.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | November 29, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Consul Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
November 17, 2016 – Consul Kim welcomed and congratulated recipients of the Daedong Scholarship. The scholarship is funded and awarded by Daedong Scholarship Association.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | November 18, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Consul Dae B. Kim
On November 15, Joy Yamamoto, Minister Counselor for Economic Affairs of the U.S. Embassy in Seoul discussed the “U.S. – Korea Economic Relationship after the U.S. Presidential Election” with about 40 Busan students at the Busan American Corner.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | November 15, 2016 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Busan Amercican Corner
As a special guest speaker at the “Global Economy and Leadership Seminar,” Consul Dae B. Kim spoke to the students of the College of Economics and Trade of Pusan National University on the topic of “Cross-cultural Communication from a Diplomat’s Perspective” on November 8, 2016.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | November 9, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Consul Dae B. Kim, Pusan National University, U.S. Consulate Busan
October 28, 2016 – U.S. Consulate Busan hosted the New York-based Broadway jazz band “Ty Stephens and the Souljaazz” for the citizens of Busan from October 23 – October 28. They were invited to Busan twice in as many years due to their remarkable impact on the local jazz scene and demand from the local ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 28, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Busan Cineman Center, Busan Women's College, Daedong College, Ty Stephens and the Souljaazz, U.S. Consulate Busan
October 27, 2016 – Consul Dae B. Kim lectured to approximately 200 students of Busan Women’s College on “Cross-cultural Communication from a Diplomat’s Perspective” before the jazz concert.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 27, 2016 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Busan Women's College, Consul Dae B. Kim, Ty Stephens and the Souljaazz
October 24, 2016 – Deputy Chief of Mission Marc Knapper presided over the 43rd Commission Meeting of the United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea (UNMCK), held at the Westin Chosun Hotel on October 24, 2016. The Commission, which oversees the financial and administrative affairs of the UNMCK, consists of 11 member nations which include Australia, ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 24, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: DCM Marc E. Knapper, U.S. Consulate Busan, UNMCK Commisstion Meeting
October 24, 2016 – Deputy Chief of Mission Marc Knapper attended the UN Day Ceremony held at the United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea (UNMCK) on October 24, 2016. He delivered commemorative remarks to congratulate the 71st anniversary of the founding of the United Nations, to honor the memory of the Korean and U.N. troops ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 24, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: DCM, U.S. Consulate Busan, UN Day Ceremony, UNMCK
U.S. Ambassador to Korea Mark W. Lippert delivered congratulatory remarks at the U.S. Navy’s 241st Birthday Celebration held in Haeundae Grand Hotel in Busan on October 7, 2016 and expressed appreciation for the Navy’s services.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 7, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, U.S. Consulate Busan, U.S. Navy's 241st Birthday Celebration
U.S. Ambassador to Korea Mark W. Lippert paid a courtesy call on Mayor Kim Gi-hyeon, Ulsan Metropolitan City, on October 7, 2016. He also toured Hyundai Motors Ulsan Plant and “Shinkori” Nuclear Power Plant in the afternoon.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | October 7, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, U.S. Consulate Busan, Ulsan Mayor
U.S. Ambassador to Korea Mark W. Lippert participated in a water sports class of the department of Ocean Physical Education of Korea Maritime and Ocean University (KMOU), where he experienced waterskiing with KMOU students.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | September 26, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, KMOU, U.S. Consulate Busan
U.S. Ambassador to Korea Mark W. Lippert takes a moment of silence at a wreath-laying ceremony honoring Dutch fallen heroes at the United Nations Cemetery in Korea (UNMCK) in Busan, alongside Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte, Dutch Ambassador to Korea Lody Embrechts, Dutch Veterans who fought for Korea during the Korean War, and Minister Park ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | September 26, 2016 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, U.S. Consulate Busan, UNMCK
Consul Dae B. Kim lectured at Korea Maritime and Ocean University in Busan on the topic of “Cross-cultural Communication from a Diplomat’s Perspective”.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | September 12, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Consul Dae B. Kim, Korea Maritime and Ocean University, U.S. Consulate Busan
U.S. Ambassador to Korea Mark W. Lippert threw the first pitch at the USA vs. Australia match of the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) Women’s Baseball World Cup 2016 held in Gijang-Hyundai Dream Ballpark in Gijang-gun, Busan, and observed the match with volunteer supporters for Team USA.
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By U.S. Mission Korea | September 6, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Ambassador Mark W. Lippet, U.S. Consulate
Consul Dae B. Kim presided at the “97th Sub-Committee Meeting for the Commission for the United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea (UNMCK)” held at the Westin Chosun Hotel on September 2, 2016. The Commission for the UNMCK consists of 11 member nations which include Australia, Canada, France, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, South Africa, Turkey, United ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | September 2, 2016 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Consul Dae B. Kim, UNMCK Sub-Committee Meeting
Deputy Chief of Mission Marc E. Knapper of the U.S. Embassy in Seoul visited Pohang, Gyeongju, and Busan on August 24 – August 26, accompanied by Consul Dae B. Kim of the U.S. Consulate in Busan. He toured the POSCO plant in Pohang and was briefed on its facilities and production capacity; he toured the ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | August 26, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: DCM Marc E. Knapper, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim delivered a welcoming speech at Jangdaehyun School for North Korean defector children, during a visit by Japanese and South Korean students participating in an exchange program administered by “BEYOND Tomorrow.” BEYOND Tomorrow is a Japanese NGO that sponsors and administers Japan-Korea youth partnership programs to promote understanding between the two countries. ...
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By U.S. Mission Korea | August 23, 2016 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Beyond Tomorrow, Consul Dae B. Kim, Jangdaehyun School, U.S. Consulate Busan
On July 15, Marc E. Knapper, Deputy Chief of Mission of the U.S. Embassy, visited Ulsan City Hall and gave a special lecture on the topic of “The US-ROK Relationship Today and Beyond” to approximately 500 city officials.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | July 15, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Deputy Chief of Mission, Marc E. Knapper, U.S. Consulate Busan
U.S. Ambassador Mark W. Lippert visited Busan and Changwon on July 5-6, 2016. On July 5, the Ambassador gave an interview to reporters at Busan City Hall and celebrated 240 years of American independence at Busan Lotte Hotel. He also announced the official re-designation of the “American Presence Post in Busan” to “U.S. Consulate in ...
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | July 6, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
Ambassador Mark Lippert went hiking and had lunch with student from Busan Women’s College.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | July 6, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, Busan Women College, Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
On July 5, 2016, U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Mark Lippert announced to the media at Busan City Hall that the “American Presence Post in Busan” is being officially designated as the “U.S. Consulate in Busan.” Ambassador Lippert also made the same announcement at the Independence Day reception that evening. The decision to ...
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | July 6, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, U.S. Consulate Busan, US Independence Day
U.S. Ambassador Mark W. Lippert visited Busan on June 23-24, 2016. On June 23, the Ambassador gave special lectures to students and answered questions at Busan American Corner and Busan International Foreign Language High School. He granted an interview to Busan e-FM 90.5, Busan’s sole English-language radio, on the morning of June 24.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | June 24, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, Busan International Foreign Language High School
Consul Dae B. Kim lectured at GNFL (Gyeongnam Foreign Language High School) in Yang-san on the topic of “The Role and Duty of a U.S. Diplomatic Mission” and “Improving Foreign Languages through Songs”.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | June 14, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Consul Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim gave a commencement address at GIFS (Gyeongnam International Foreign School ) on June 10, 2016.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | June 10, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Consul Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
Three members of the Los Angeles-based repertory Dance Company “Body Traffic” performed twice in the Busan International Dance Festival, held from June 3 – June 7, 2016 at the outdoor stage on Haeundae Beach. APP Busan and the Festival organizers co-sponsored their visit. Following the festival, APP Busan conducted additional PD outreach with the visiting ...
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | June 9, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: BODYTRAFFIC, Consul Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim lectured at Sa-jik Girls’ High School in Busan on the topic of “Cross-cultural Communication from a Diplomat’s Perspective” and “The U.S. Government’s Activities and Policies for a Better World”.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | June 1, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
The APP arranged a special lecture to 120 students of the Busan Foreign Language High School by Political Officer Booyeon L. Allen of the U.S. Embassy. The APP also assisted her with programs at the Busan American Corner and Daegu American Corner.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | May 13, 2016 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Booyeon Allen, Busan Foreign Language High School, U.S. Consulate Busan
U.S. Ambassador Mark W. Lippert chatted with members of Busan-based intercollegiate English conversation club “Campus Bonanza,” which consists of students from several universities, at an open-air spa. Students asked the Ambassador a variety of questions ranging from U.S. – Korea relations to choosing a career path after graduation.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | May 11, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Ambassador, Consulate Activities, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim lectured at Dongseo University in Busan on the topic of “Cross-cultural Communication from a Diplomat’s Perspective”.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | April 29, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Consul Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
Deputy Chief of Mission Marc E. Knapper of the U.S. Embassy in Seoul paid a courtesy call on Jeju Governor Won Hee-ryong and discussed rapid growth and development of Jeju Special Self-Governing Province.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | April 8, 2016 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Consul Dae B. Kim, Marc E. Knapper, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim spoke to about 450 students of Jeju Jeil High School on “Cross-cultural communication from a diplomat’s perspective”.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | April 7, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Consul Dae B. Kim, Jeju Jeil High School, U.S. Consulate Busan
“Junior reporters” from Busan Global Village (BGV), which comprised of 4th-7th grade students, visited the APP. The BGV reporters toured the APP and enjoyed a lively Q and A session with Consul Kim on the role of a U.S. diplomatic mission as well as work and life as a U.S. diplomat.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | April 6, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: BGV reporters, Consul Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim presided at the “96th Sub-Committee Meeting for the Commission for the United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea (UNMCK)” held at the Westin Chosun Hotel on April 1, 2016.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | April 1, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Consul Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan, UNMCK Sub-Committee Meeting
Second secretary Richard Blackwood of the U.S. Embassy in Seoul gave a special lecture on “U.S.-Korea Relations and U.S. Views on Northeast Asian Relations” to undergraduate students of the Department of Political Science and Diplomacy, Pusan University of Foreign Studies.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | March 31, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Second secretary Richard Blackwood, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim gave a special lecture to Pukyung National University students on the topic, “A Diplomat’s Calling and the Role of Cultural Understanding”.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | March 16, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Dae B. Kim, Pukyong National University, U.S. Consulate Busan
Korean and Japanese students gathered in Busan to learn about each other and discuss topics of keen interest to both countries. The APP, American Consulate in Fukuoka, and Busan National University of Education co-hosted this exchange program between Busan National University of Education and Fukuoka University of Education for which 11 Japanese students came to ...
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | March 15, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Busan National University of Education, Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim lectured at the Jeong Hwa Girls’ High School in Daegu on the topic of “Cross-cultural Communication from a Diplomat’s Perspective”.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | March 11, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Dae B. Kim, Jeonghwa Girls' High School, U.S. Consulate Busan
Visiting Daegu on March 11 -12, Consul Dae B. Kim participated in the Taegu Toastmasters meeting.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | March 11, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
Visiting Daegu on March 11 to engage in various activities including a dialogue with 50 high school students at the Daegu American Corner, a book donation ceremony and a special lecture to about 200 students of the Keimyung University in Daegu, U.S. Embassy’s Deputy Chief of Mission Marc E. Knapper (center right in photo) visited ...
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | March 11, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Dae B. Kim, Marc E. Knapper, U.S. Consulate Busan
February 23-24, 2016 Deputy Chief of Mission Marc E. Knapper of the U.S. Embassy in Seoul visited Tongyeong and Changwon on February 23-24 and engaged in various activities. He paid a courtesy call on Mayor Kim Dong-jin, Tongyeong City; toured Daione Food Co., Ltd.; and toured Muhak Soju Company, the largest Soju manufacturer in Gyungsang-do.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | February 24, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Dae B. Kim, Deputy Chief of Mission, Marc E. Knapper, U.S. Consulate Busan
An interment ceremony of a Korean War veteran, retired Major Bernard James Delahunty, took place at the United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea (UNMCK) on February 20, 2016. During the Korean War, he served in combat with the 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division. Major Ben Delahunty was one of the few remaining American Korean ...
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | February 20, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Ben Delahunty, Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan, UNMCK
Ambassador Mark W. Lippert maintained a busy schedule during his February 18-19 visit to Busan. He appeared on KNN TV’s morning talk show “People Focus “; participated in a swim relay and led a discussion with approximately 20 students of Korea Maritime and Ocean University at Yeongdo Public Sports Center; toured Jagalchi fish market; and ...
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | February 19, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim visited two high schools in Sangju: Sangsan Electronic High School and Sangju Girls’ High School. Consul Kim gave a lecture about “Living Happily” at Sangsan Electronic High School, and presented “Cross-cultural communication from a diplomat’s perspective” at Sangju Girls’ High School.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | February 3, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim visited an adult singing class which teaches English through American pop songs. Dae Kim sang John Denver’s “Annie’s Song,” after explaining its lyrics. He also sang “Take Me Home, Country Roads.”
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | January 26, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim appeared on the KNN TV’s morning talk show “People Focus “. Consul Kim introduced the American Presence Post in Busan and the upcoming program “Dancing to Connect” workshops and performance, and shared his personal stories as a U.S. diplomat. To replay the talk show, please click below link.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | January 23, 2016 | Topics:
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Consul Dae B. Kim attended the opening ceremony of an annex building at “Heerakwon” Children’s Home, a facility for children who are victims of abuse, neglect and abandonment.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | January 13, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim gave a special lecture on the role and function of a U.S. Embassy to Naesung High School students who visited the American Presence Post.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | January 11, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Dae B. Kim, Naesung High School, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim attended the New Year reception hosted by Busan Chamber of Commerce & Industry, where 500-700 opinion leaders from all fields including academia, business and the arts exchanged New Year greetings, dreams and plans.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | January 4, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
Ambassador Lippert met with Republic of Korea’s Navy leadership including Admiral Jung Ho-sub, Chief of Naval Operations (center right, first row) at the Special Warfare Seminar.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | November 4, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Admiral Jung Ho-sub, Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, U.S. Consulate Busan
The APP will host a Jazz Concert presented by “Ty Stephens and The SoulJaazz” of New York on October 28, 2015 at 7:00 PM at the Haneulyeon Theater, part of Cinema Center in Centum City, Busan. Ty Stephens will perform original compositions, jazz standards, and Broadway show tunes. For more information and to purchase tickets, ...
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | October 28, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: The SoulJaazz, Ty Stephens, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim spoke to 200 students of the College of Economics and Trade, Pusan National University, as a special guest speaker at the “Global Economy and Leadership Seminar”, a series of special lectures by renowned guest speakers from various fields.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | October 13, 2015 | Topics:
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| Tags: Dae B. Kim, Pusan National University, U.S. Consulate Busan
Chargé d’Affaires Marc E. Knapper of the U.S. Embassy in Seoul visited Busan October 1-2 and engaged in various activities. He led a roundtable discussion with approximately 30 students at the symbolic “Walker House” of Pukyong National University, which was used as the headquarters of the Eighth U.S. Army by then-Commander General Walton Walker. The ...
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | October 2, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Marc E. Knapper, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim gave a special lecture to the students of the Gyeongnam Foreign Language High School on the topic of “Cross-cultural Communication from a Diplomat’s Perspective”.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | September 23, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
The U.S. Embassy in Seoul, the Korea Maritime and Ocean University in Busan, and the Ship Salvage Unit of the Republic of Korea Navy volunteered to participate in the 2015 Coastal Cleanup Day Diving Project. Co-organized by the U.S. Embassy in Seoul and the American Presence Post Busan, in partnership with the Korea Maritime and ...
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | September 19, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: 2015 Coastal Cleanup Day Diving Project, Dae B. Kim, Korea Maritime and Ocean University, U.S. Consulate Busan
Dan Bischof, Deputy Director of the Korea Desk of the U.S. Department of State, visited Busan and met with Director Jang Won-gyu of the Busan Municipal Simin Library.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | September 18, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Busan Municipal, Dan Bischof, U.S. Consulate Busan
The APP hosted an American Wine Tasting event at the Consul’s residence where APP’s Senior Advisor Byun Jung Hwan (First from left, front row) gave a special presentation to a group of 18 people including academics, journalists, businesspersons and professional singers.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | September 16, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Consulate Activities, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim introduced a special poem “Sifting Chaff from Grain” written by Sherman Grandy, Chief of the Immigrant Visa Section of the U.S. Embassy, at a poem recitation and music event hosted by the Busan Municipal Library for multicultural families in Busan as well as for ordinary Busan residents.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | September 16, 2015 | Topics:
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| Tags: Busan Municipal Library, Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
Terri Zavada (left), Deputy Assistant for Korea of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), and Juliana J. Kim (center), Trade Unit Chief of the American Embassy in Seoul, visited Busan for a familiarization trip. The APP assisted them to tour several major business operations in Busan which include KAL Tech Center (photo above), Chang Shin ...
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | August 26, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Dae B. Kim, Juliana J. Kim, Terri Zavada, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim gave a special lecture on the role and function of a U.S. Embassy to Sa-jik Girls’ High School students who visited the American Presence Post.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | July 30, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Dae B. Kim, Sa-jik Girls’ High School, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim gave a special lecture on the role and function of a U.S. Embassy to Myeong-ho High School students who visited the American Presence Post.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | July 29, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Dae B. Kim, Myeong-ho High School, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim celebrated an opening event of the 2015 special exhibition 『 Beomeosa』 at the Busan Museum.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | July 21, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Busan Museum, Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
American Presence Post Busan celebrated 239 years of American independence at the Busan Lotte Hotel with government officials, community leaders, and business representatives from throughout southeast Korea.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | July 1, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Dae B. Kim, Mark E. Knapper, U.S. Consulate Busan, U.S. Independence Day
Consul Dae B. Kim delivered a speech at the wreath-laying ceremony honoring the fallen heroes of the Korean War, at the U.N. Memorial Cemetery in Korea.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | June 25, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Dae B. Kim, U.N. Memorial Cemetery in Korea, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae B. Kim participated in a ceremony at the United Nations Cemetery in Korea honoring the U.S. 3rd Infantry Division in the Korean War. He was invited by Tim and Monika Stoy, both retired U.S. Army officers and army historians visiting from Washington, DC.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | June 6, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan, UNMCK
Consul Dae B. Kim visited Daegu to speak to members of “Chowolhoe (First Monday club),” an assembly of prominent doctors, lawyers, businessmen and journalists. Consul Kim spoke about intercultural communication.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | June 2, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Choweolhoe, Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan
Ambassador Mark Lippert speaks to about 500 midshipmen during a town hall meeting at the Republic of Korea Naval Academy.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | May 28, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, ROK Naval Academy, U.S. Consulate Busan
Ambassador Mark Lippert delivers a speech at the 10thHeungnam Evacuation Commemoration Ceremony held in Geoje to commemorate the historic evacuation of 14,000 Korean War refugees by SS Meredith Victory, from the Hungnam Port in December 1950.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | May 28, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: 10thHeungnam Evacuation Commemoration Ceremony, Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, U.S. Consulate Busan
Ambassador Mark Lippert poses with students of Pukyong National University in Busan after a town hall meeting.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | May 27, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, busan, Consulate Activities, U.S. Consulate Busan
Ambassador Mark Lippert honors the Korean War Veterans at the United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea’s (UNMCK) Wall of Remembrance, reading the inscribed names of fallen soldiers.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | May 27, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, U.S. Consulate Busan, United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea
Ambassador Mark Lippert (in red jacket) enjoys observing a baseball match between NC Dinos and Doosan Bears with NC Dinos’s president Lee Tae-il (to the Ambassador’s left) at the Masan stadium.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | May 27, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, Dae B. Kim, Masan stadium, U.S. Consulate Busan
The APP coordinated with USS Fort Worth to invite career naval officers and a group of R.O.T.C. cadets from Korea Maritime University for a ship tour.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | March 15, 2015 | Topics:
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| Tags: U.S. Consulate Busan, USS Fort Worth
Consul General Roberto Powers (front, left), U.S. Embassy Seoul, came through Busan and Ulsan, March 10 – 12, for a wide variety of activities including three town hall meetings for U.S. citizens and their families in the region at Hyundai Foreign School in Ulsan and two other schools in Busan; visiting Hyundai Heavy Industries; paying ...
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | March 12, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Consul General Roberto Powers, Consulate Activities, Town Hall meeting, U.S. Consulate Busan
U.S. Ambassador to Korea Mark W. Lippert visited Busan on February 26 -27, 2015, engaging in various activities which include paying a courtesy call on Busan Mayor Suh Byung-soo (right); touring GE Offshore and Marine Technology Training Center, Boeing and KAL Tech Center; giving congratulatory remarks at the opening of the “World Association of Brick ...
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | February 27, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Ambassador Mark W. Lippert, Busan Mayor, U.S. Consulate Busan
Director General Kim Kwang Hee, Cultural and Tourism Bureau of the Busan Metropolitan City visited the American Presence Post and shared upcoming cultural events in Busan with the APP and discussed ways to increase cultural exchanges between Busan and the U.S.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | February 6, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Dae B. Kim, Director General Kim Kwang Hee, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae. B. Kim joined Ryan E. Bowles and Kevin T. Covert, officers from the Economic Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Seoul, on a visit to GE Offshore and Marine Technology Training Center in Busan.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | February 3, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Consul Dae B. Kim, GE Offshore and Marine Technology Training Center in Busan, U.S. Consulate Busan
New York-based Battery Dance Company’s “Dancing to Connect” performance sponsored by the U.S. Embassy in Seoul was presented at Sohyang Musical Theatre in Busan on January 30, 2015. Over 100 Busan citizens from diverse backgrounds also participated in four workshop groups, each with their own choreography created with the help of Battery Dance Company dancers. ...
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | January 30, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Battery Dance Company, Dancing to Connect, U.S. Consulate Busan
Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Seoul and the American Presence Post in Busan arranged various activities for Jonathan Hollander, President and Artistic Director of the Battery Dance Company, to engage with the citizens of Busan. Consul Dae B. Kim and President Jonathan Hollander conducted a live radio interview with Busan e-FM’s talk ...
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | January 28, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Battery Dance Company, Busan e-FM’s talk show “Midnight Rider”, Jonathan Hollander, U.S. Consulate Busan
Consul Dae Kim spoke at “Youth Diplomacy and Activism Conference” (YDAC) at the Busan American Corner, located in the city’s Simin Municipal Library, on the topic of “The Importance of Diplomacy”. Fifteen students from the two southeastern provinces of Korea participated along with 4 Fulbright English Teaching Assistants.
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By U.S. Consulate Busan | January 8, 2015 | Topics:
U.S. Consulate Busan
| Tags: Busan American Corner, Consul Dae B. Kim, U.S. Consulate Busan, Youth Diplomacy and Activism Conference” (YDAC)
