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
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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
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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
South Korea–Uganda relations refer to the bilateral relations between South Korea and Uganda. The two countries established diplomatic relations on 26 March 1963 and have since developed their relationship with a focus on development cooperation, trade, investment, and people-to-people exchanges.
South Korea and Uganda are expected to continue strengthening bilateral relations through expanded investment, enhanced institutional cooperation, and increased human exchanges. In particular, practical cooperation centered on economic development and technological collaboration is regarded as a core pillar of the relationship between the two countries.
History
After gaining independence from the United Kingdom in 1962, Uganda pursued a non-aligned foreign policy and sought to expand diplomatic relations with countries in Asia and Africa. South Korea likewise aimed to broaden its diplomatic presence in the international community by establishing relations with newly independent African states during the 1960s. Within this context, the two countries moved toward the establishment of diplomatic relations.
South Korea and Uganda officially established diplomatic relations on 26 March 1963. Following the establishment of ties, South Korea set up a diplomatic mission in Kampala, Uganda's capital, and the two countries have maintained bilateral relations based on the principles of mutual respect for sovereignty and non-interference in internal affairs.
During the Cold War, Uganda participated in the Non-Aligned Movement and pursued a balanced diplomatic approach between the Eastern and Western blocs. During this period, bilateral relations remained limited, focusing primarily on maintaining diplomatic ties rather than cooperation in political or security fields. From the 1970s onward, Uganda's domestic political instability and frequent changes in government led to a temporary decline in exchanges between the two countries.
As Uganda’s political stability gradually improved from the 1980s, bilateral relations entered a phase of normalization. South Korea reorganized its diplomatic engagement with Uganda and sought to expand practical cooperation, particularly in development assistance and economic exchanges.
Since the 2000s, South Korea and Uganda have significantly expanded their relationship, with a focus on development cooperation, including official development assistance, and economic relations. South Korea has implemented various cooperation projects in agriculture, education, health care, and water supply and sanitation, contributing to Uganda’s social and economic development.
Diplomatic relations
Since the establishment of diplomatic ties, South Korea and Uganda have maintained and developed their bilateral relationship through the establishment of diplomatic missions and high-level exchanges. South Korea maintains an embassy in Kampala, Uganda's capital, which plays a role in promoting bilateral relations as well as providing consular services and supporting economic and cultural cooperation.
Uganda, by contrast, does not maintain a resident embassy in South Korea. Diplomatic affairs related to South Korea are handled concurrently by Uganda's embassy in Tokyo.
The two countries have also sustained political cooperation through diplomatic channels. Since the establishment of relations, high-level exchanges and inter-parliamentary cooperation have taken place. Delegations from the National Assembly of South Korea and the Parliament of Uganda have conducted mutual visits to share experiences in development policy, democratic governance, and institutional capacity building.
Economic and trade relations
South Korea and Uganda have been expanding cooperation in the fields of trade and investment. Uganda has sought to promote development in sectors such as agriculture, mining, manufacturing, tourism, and information and communications technology by attracting investment from South Korean companies.
South Korea has supported Uganda's economic and social development through official development assistance. The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has carried out various development cooperation projects in Uganda.
Cultural and human exchanges
South Korea and Uganda have expanded cultural and human exchanges, particularly among younger generations. Through youth exchange programs and cultural events, the two countries have promoted Korean culture, including taekwondo, the Korean language, and K-pop, thereby enhancing mutual understanding.
In addition, South Korea has broadened the foundation for cultural exchange across Ugandan society through embassy-hosted cultural events, educational programs, and volunteer activities. These initiatives have been carried out with the participation of local communities and youth, and exchange programs continued in non-face-to-face formats during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Furthermore, as exchange activities combining sports and cultural cooperation have increased, human exchanges have continued to expand. Through related workshops and cooperative programs, social and cultural ties between the two countries have gradually been strengthened.
See also
- Foreign relations of South Korea
- Foreign relations of Uganda
References
Uganda Category:Bilateral relations of Uganda