UWED hosts talk on strategic partnership between Korea, Uzbekistan

TASHKENT, Oct 22 (UzA/APP) : The University of World Economy and Diplomacy (UWED) hosted a special meeting with H.E. Chung Eui-yong, a prominent South Korean diplomat, politician, and former Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea. The event gathered university leadership, faculty members, and students for an engaging discussion on “Korea’s Geopolitical Challenges and Korea – Uzbekistan relations”.
Chung Eui-yong was welcomed by First Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs of UWED, Akram Umarov. In his lecture, the distinguished guest addressed pressing geopolitical issues on the Korean Peninsula and outlined prospects for strengthening strategic cooperation between Korea and Uzbekistan.
He emphasized that bilateral relations between the two countries are growing dynamically, marked by deep mutual trust and shared interests. The visit is expected to reinforce further UWED’s long-standing partnerships with leading South Korean academic and research institutions.
UWED actively collaborates with Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, Keimyung University, and other top Korean universities through student exchange programs and joint research projects. The university also cooperates with the Korea Foundation and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) to promote expert forums and digital education initiatives.
As highlighted during the recent meeting between Presidents Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Lee Jae Myung, South Korea’s direct investments in Uzbekistan have exceeded $8 billion, covering sectors such as engineering, chemistry, transport, and biotechnology.
This event once again reaffirms UWED’s commitment to fostering international dialogue and providing students with opportunities to learn directly from global leaders.
For reference, Chung Eui-yong served as South Korea’s Minister of Foreign Affairs from 2021 to 2022 and currently chairs the Standing Committee of the International Conference of Asian Political Parties (ICAPP).