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21-04-2025
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Korean Culture Day in Cairo marks 30 years of diplomatic ties with Egypt
The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) hosted a 'Korean Culture Day' in Cairo to commemorate the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between South Korea and Egypt. The event, held at the Ministry of Defense Language Institute (MODLI), aimed to strengthen bilateral friendship and promote cultural exchange. It was organised and carried out by eight KOICA volunteers. The celebration offered attendees a variety of programmes, including Korean food tasting, an opportunity to try on Hanbok (traditional Korean attire), and demonstrations of traditional Korean games such as tuho, jegichagi, and ttakji. The day also featured a Korean speaking contest, K-pop and K-dance performances, and a Korean culture quiz competition. A Taekwondo demonstration by the Egyptian national team and the Hanbok experience were noted as particularly popular among attendees. Approximately 300 people attended the event. Notable guests included Mingyeong-Kim, Deputy Country Director of the KOICA Egypt Office; General Taiseer Mohamed El-Attar, the Head of MODLI; Brigadier General Mohamed Ibrahim, the Deputy Director of MODLI; Dr. Ranya Elwan, Head of the Misr Public Library Cairo; and Mr. Tamer Ali, Head of the Training Department. Also present were students and two volunteers from the Higher Institute of Tourism and Hotels and Beni-Suef Technological University, alongside the six KOICA volunteers based in Cairo and Luxor, and members of the local Egyptian community. Mingyeong-Kim, Deputy Country Director of the KOICA Egypt Office, stated, 'We hope this event becomes a catalyst for further cultural exchange between Korea and Egypt. KOICA will continue to foster friendship and cooperation through a wide range of initiatives.' General Taiseer Mohamed El-Attar, the Head of MODLI, expressed his hope for increased opportunities for Egyptians to experience Korean language and culture. He noted that such events contribute to strengthening the collaborative relationship between the two nations. Ryu Oh-young, a KOICA volunteer who led the event planning in collaboration with the KOICA Egypt office, shared his perspective: 'I didn't realize how fun it would be to share our culture. It was enjoyable—that's what made it possible. There were some small hurdles along the way, but I believe they're meant to be overcome—not to make us fall. I'm truly grateful to everyone who supported us in preparing this collaborative event, especially the MODLI staff and fellow KOICA volunteers who worked together as one team.' Shaimaa Ali Mohamed, a student from Misr Public Library Luxor, commented on the connection formed despite cultural differences. She remarked that although the Korean volunteers at the library and Egyptians 'differ in skin color and culture, they were able to connect as fellow human beings.' She added her belief that the event would 'serve as an opportunity to deepen cultural exchange between Korea and Egypt, despite the differences in race and background.' The event generated significant interest and enthusiastic participation from Egyptian attendees, reflecting the growing local popularity of Korean culture, often referred to as the Korean Wave or Hallyu. KOICA is a South Korean government agency operating under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It implements grant aid programmes focused on combating poverty and supporting sustainable socio-economic development in partner countries. The KOICA Egypt Office, established in 1998, focuses its activities on technical education for young people, supporting the digitalisation of government services, and implementing programmes addressing gender-based violence, women's empowerment, and support for vulnerable groups.
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20-04-2025
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Cairo Hosts Korean Culture Day to Mark Three Decades of Egypt–Korea Friendship
H-Tayea Egypt marked 30 years of diplomatic relations with Korea through a vibrant cultural celebration held in Cairo, reaffirming the strong ties and growing friendship between the two nations. The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), in cooperation with the Ministry of Defense Language Institute (MODLI), hosted 'Korean Culture Day' on April 20, 2025, as a symbol of shared values, mutual respect, and continued cultural exchange. The event was organized by eight KOICA volunteers and drew around 300 attendees from across Egypt, including students, government officials, cultural partners, and volunteers from institutions such as Beni-Suef Technological University and the Higher Institute of Tourism and Hotels. Notable guests included General Taiseer Mohamed El-Attar, Head of MODLI; Brigadier General Mohamed Ibrahim, MODLI Deputy Director; Dr. Ranya Elwan, Head of Misr Public Library in Cairo; Mr. Tamer Ali, Head of the Training Department at MODLI; and KOICA Egypt Deputy Country Director, Mingyeong-Kim. The day's celebration offered an immersive cultural experience, bringing Korean heritage to life through traditional food, games, language, and performance. Attendees enjoyed Korean dishes, tried on the iconic Hanbok (traditional attire), and participated in classic games such as tuho, jegichagi, and ttakji. A Korean language contest, K-pop and Korean dance performances, and a lively Korean culture quiz added energy and excitement to the event. A standout moment was a Taekwondo demonstration by the Egyptian national team, which captivated the crowd and emphasized the strength of cultural cooperation. In her remarks, KOICA Deputy Director Mingyeong-Kim emphasized the importance of people-to-people exchange, stating, 'We hope this event becomes a catalyst for further cultural exchange between Korea and Egypt. KOICA will continue to foster friendship and cooperation through a wide range of initiatives.' General El-Attar expressed his appreciation for the event and its potential to build bridges between the two cultures. He voiced his hope for more opportunities for Egyptians to engage with Korean language and traditions in the future. Ryu Oh-young, a KOICA volunteer who led the planning of the event in collaboration with the KOICA Egypt Office, reflected on the experience with gratitude and optimism. 'I didn't realize how fun it would be to share our culture. It was enjoyable—that's what made it possible. There were challenges, but they were meant to be overcome, not to defeat us,' he said, thanking MODLI staff and fellow volunteers for their teamwork and support. For many Egyptian attendees, the event was a meaningful encounter with Korean culture and values. Shaimaa Ali Mohamed, a student from MPL Luxor, remarked that despite differences in background and appearance, the warmth and humanity shared between Egyptians and Korean volunteers created lasting connections. She expressed hope that such events would help deepen cultural understanding and bring people closer, beyond national and racial lines. The event underscored the rising popularity of Korean culture in Egypt and the powerful role cultural exchange plays in strengthening international partnerships. From food and fashion to martial arts and music, Korean Culture Day illustrated the broad appeal of Korea's cultural diplomacy—and Egypt's enthusiastic embrace of it. KOICA, a Korean government agency under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has supported sustainable development in Egypt since 1998. 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Korean Culture Day Marks 30 Years of Diplomatic Ties Between Korea and Egypt
By Ahmad El-Assasy To commemorate the 30th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Korea and Egypt, the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) hosted a successful 'Korean Culture Day' at the Ministry of Defense Language Institute (MODLI) in Cairo. Eight KOICA volunteers organized and carried out the event with the goal of strengthening the two countries' friendship and fostering cultural exchange. The celebration featured a variety of engaging programs, including Korean food tasting, Hanbok (traditional Korean attire) experience, traditional games (tuho, jegichagi, ttakji), a Korean speaking contest, K-pop and K-dance performances, and a Korean culture quiz competition. A Taekwondo demonstration by the Egyptian national team and the Hanbok experience stood out as highlights, leaving a strong impression on the audience. Around 300 people attended the event, including Mingyeong-Kim, Deputy Country Director of the KOICA Egypt Office; General Taiseer Mohamed El-Attar, the Head of MODLI; Brigadier General Mohamed Ibrahim, the Deputy Director of MODLI; Dr. Ranya Elwan, the Head of the Misr Public Library Cairo; Mr. Tamer Ali, the Head of the Training Department; in addition to students and two volunteers from the Higher Institute of Tourism and Hotels; Beni-Suef Technological University; as well as the six KOICA volunteers from Cairo, Luxor; and local Egyptians. For her part, Deputy Country Director of KOICA Egypt Office, Mingyeong-Kim stated, 'We hope this event becomes a catalyst for further cultural exchange between Korea and Egypt. KOICA will continue to foster friendship and cooperation through a wide range of initiatives.' The Head of MODLI General Taiseer Mohamed El-Attar shared his thoughts, expressing his hope for more opportunities for Egyptians to experience Korean language and culture. He noted that events like this will further strengthen the collaborative relationship between the two countries. Ryu Oh-young, a KOICA volunteer who led the planning of the event in collaboration with KOICA Egypt office, shared his thoughts. "I didn't realize how fun it would be to share our culture. It was enjoyable—that's what made it possible. There were some small hurdles along the way, but I believe they're meant to be overcome—not to make us fall. I'm truly grateful to everyone who supported us in preparing this collaborative event, especially the MODLI staff and fellow KOICA volunteers who worked together as one team.' Shaimaa Ali Mohamed, student from MPL Luxor, remarked that although the Korean volunteers working at the library and the Egyptians differ in skin color and culture, they were able to connect as fellow human beings. She expressed her belief that the event would serve as an opportunity to deepen cultural exchange between Korea and Egypt, despite the differences in race and background. The event attracted significant interest and enthusiastic participation from the Egyptian public, highlighting the growing popularity of Korean culture and the Korean Wave (Hallyu) in Egypt. KOICA is a Korean government agency under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, implements grant aid programmes aiming to combat poverty and support sustainable socio-economic growth in developing countries. The KOICA Egypt Office, established in 1998, provides technical education for youths, supports the digitalization of government services and systems, and carries out programmes to address gender-based violence, strengthen women's empowerment, and support vulnerable groups. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Arts & Culture Arwa Gouda Gets Married (Photos)
