Angola–South Korea relations refer to the diplomatic relations between Angola and South Korea. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1992, the two countries have developed their ties in various fields, including politics, the economy, and development cooperation.
History
South Korea and Angola formally established diplomatic relations in 1992, following the end of the Cold War. Since then, South Korea has expanded cooperation with Angola in the areas of postwar reconstruction and development, with a particular focus on health care, education, and infrastructure.
During the 1990s, in the aftermath of the Angolan Civil War, bilateral cooperation was laid through humanitarian assistance and the provision of medical and relief supplies. As part of United Nations peacekeeping operations, the South Korean Sangnoksu Unit was deployed to Angola from October 1995 to December 1996, where it carried out bridge construction and humanitarian assistance activities. These peacekeeping efforts are regarded as contributing to the development of bilateral relations and to international peacekeeping.
From the 2000s onward, development cooperation and economic exchanges gradually expanded, and in the 2020s, bilateral relations were further strengthened through high-level exchanges.
South Korea maintains an embassy in Luanda, while Angola operates an embassy in Seoul. The establishment of these reciprocal diplomatic missions has strengthened the institutional foundation of bilateral relations.
In May 2024, Angolan President João Lourenço paid a visit to South Korea and held a summit meeting with President Yoon Suk Yeol. During the meeting, the two countries agreed on strategic cooperation aimed at promoting trade and investment and strengthening development cooperation.
Economic relations
South Korea and Angola have developed their economic relations focusing on resources, infrastructure, and financial cooperation.
During the 2024 summit, the two countries established a cooperation framework to promote trade and investment.
The Export-Import Bank of Korea has participated in financial cooperation projects to support the modernization of Angola's fisheries and food processing industries.
Development cooperation
South Korea has maintained development cooperation with Angola, particularly in the areas of health and education.
Health infrastructure projects have been implemented, including the provision of medical refrigeration equipment to combat malaria and cholera. The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has conducted teacher training programs and established e-learning education centers.
See also
- Foreign relations of Angola
- Foreign relations of South Korea
References
External links
- Embassy of the Republic of Korea to Angola – 주앙골라 대한민국 대사관
Korea, South Category:Bilateral relations of South Korea
Algeria–Azerbaijan relations are the bilateral relations between Algeria and Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan has an embassy in Algiers. Algeria has an embassy in Baku.
Both countries are members of the Non-Aligned Movement and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation.
History
In the 1970s and 1980s, Azerbaijani specialists in the field of oil provided assistance in the development of Algeria's petrochemical industry. Algerian students received education at higher education institutions in Azerbaijan in the field of petrochemistry.
Algeria recognized the independence of Azerbaijan on 26 December 1991. Diplomatic relations were established on 22 April 1994. On 27 June 2014, a decision was signed to establish the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Algeria. The embassy began its operations in 2016. In January 2015, the Embassy of Algeria was opened in Azerbaijan.
A working group on relations with Azerbaijan operates in the Parliament of Algeria, while a working group on relations with Algeria operates in the National Assembly of Azerbaijan. The head of the Azerbaijani working group is Mahir Abbaszade.
High level visits
On 1 November 2022, the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, paid an official visit to Algeria to participate in the 31st Summit of the Arab League.
See also
- Foreign relations of Algeria
- Foreign relations of Azerbaijan
References
External links
Azerbaijan Category:Bilateral relations of Azerbaijan
Turkmenistan–Ukraine relations are the bilateral relations between Turkmenistan and Ukraine. Both countries are Post Soviet states. The Protocol on the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between the two countries was signed in Ashgabat on 10 October 1992.
History
In the 1990s, official international cooperation was established, and embassies were opened in the capitals of both countries.
In 2009, through joint efforts, the monument to the Ukrainian writer Taras Shevchenko in Ashgabat was restored and relocated to a more suitable site.
In early 2023, during the period of Russian aggression against Ukraine, the authorities of Turkmenistan provided humanitarian assistance to Ukraine in the form of food products, medicines, and medical supplies.
Diplomatic relations
Diplomatic missions between Turkmenistan and Ukraine were established in 1995. The Embassy of Turkmenistan in Ukraine has been headed since January 2020 by Toyly Ataev, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Ukraine.
The Embassy of Ukraine in Turkmenistan has been headed since 2020 by Victor Maiko, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to Turkmenistan.
See also
- Foreign relations of Turkmenistan
- Foreign relations of Ukraine
References
External links
Ukraine Category:Bilateral relations of Ukraine
South Korea and Zimbabwe officially established diplomatic relations in 1994 and have since gradually expanded the scope of their cooperation.
History
On 18 November 1994, South Korea and Zimbabwe officially established diplomatic relations. In the following year, around 1995, South Korea opened an embassy in the capital city of Harare, establishing a resident diplomatic mission.
Although many countries established relations with Zimbabwe shortly after its independence in 1980, diplomatic relations with South Korea were somewhat delayed due to the division of the Korean Peninsula and the past associations of some Zimbabwean liberation fighters with North Korea. From the mid-1990s onward, South Korea came to be regarded as a reliable partner by Zimbabwe, and over the past several decades the two countries have maintained stable and friendly relations.
In 2024, the two countries marked the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. Commemorative cultural and economic events were held, and discussions took place on ways to further expand bilateral cooperation.
Diplomatic relations
The South Korean government maintains a resident embassy in Harare, Zimbabwe. The government of Zimbabwe is officially accredited to South Korea through its embassy in Tokyo. In addition, Zimbabwe maintains an honorary consulate in Seoul, which facilitates ongoing diplomatic engagement between the two countries.
High-level visits between the two countries are not frequent; however, diplomatic dialogue has been sustained through the exchange of special envoys and meetings held on the margins of international conferences. In 2023, a memorandum of understanding related to trade and investment promotion was signed, and consultations between delegations continued in 2024.
Economic relations
Trade between South Korea and Zimbabwe remains limited in scale but has been maintained on a steady basis. As of 2021, bilateral trade volume amounted to approximately US$30 million, encompassing a range of products such as agricultural goods, minerals, and machinery.
In April 2021, the two countries brought into force a bilateral investment treaty (BIT), providing an institutional framework to ensure investment protection for South Korean companies operating in Zimbabwe. In recent years, South Korean business interest has expanded into sectors including mineral resources, pharmaceuticals, information and communication technology (ICT), and infrastructure.
Development cooperation
South Korea has implemented development cooperation projects in Zimbabwe across various sectors, including agricultural technology, healthcare, education, and community development. In recent years, cooperation has also expanded to include public administration and anti-corruption initiatives.
Cultural exchanges
In 2025, Korea Festivals were held in several cities across Zimbabwe, showcasing both traditional and contemporary Korean culture.
Korean popular culture, electronics, and automobile brands have gained popularity in Zimbabwe, while interest in Zimbabwean art, music, and traditional sculpture has also been increasing in South Korea.
Exchanges in the tourism sector have taken place as well. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, it was reported that more than 20,000 South Korean tourists visited Zimbabwe annually.
See also
- Foreign relations of South Korea
- Foreign relations of Zimbabwe
References
Zimbabwe Category:Bilateral relations of Zimbabwe