The Korea Connection with Ambassador Ahn

Marked by significant points in world history, the Republic of Korea’s (South Korea) relationship with the U.S. has evolved into a comprehensive strategic alliance that has provided tangible benefits for both nations. In the past decade alone, South Korea has been described as one of America’s closest allies and greatest friends. And strong cultural, economic, and political ties continue to play major roles in developing bilateral initiatives and setting the framework for future development.

Today, South Korea has the 13th largest economy in the world and is Minnesota’s 7th largest export market. More than two million ethnic Koreans live in the U.S., and here in Minnesota approximately 15,000 Koreans have made our state their home – including 1,300 students.

As part of MIC’s 2016 focus on South Korea, Ahn Ho-Young Ambassador of the Republic of Korea is visiting Minnesota and will speak about the historic relationship between our nations and South Korea’s unique tie to Minnesota. Ahn Ho-Young’s impressive resume includes several diplomatic positions across India, Switzerland, France, and Belgium and in the classrooms of Seoul University where he taught law and diplomacy. Prior to his current post, Ambassador Ahn was First Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

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