Former South Korean Foreign Minister Chung Eui-yong delivered a lecture at CEVRO University on the security of the Korean Peninsula
At CEVRO University, former South Korean Minister of Foreign Affairs Chung Eui-yong delivered a specialist lecture titled Korea: Current Geopolitical Challenges. His talk focused on the current geopolitical challenges on the Korean Peninsula. The event was organized by the Center for Asia-Pacific Studies (CAPS), and the discussion was moderated by Jan Zahradil, the center’s founder and chair of its advisory board.
“I have known Minister Chung since 2017 and have always wanted to bring him to the Czech Republic for a lecture. Thanks to the creation of CAPS, it finally became possible. He is a veteran of Korean diplomacy and politics, with fifty years of practical experience, and his insights are therefore exceptionally enriching,” said Jan Zahradil, explaining the background of the distinguished guest’s visit.
In his lecture, Mr Chung also addressed the reasons behind the strong ties between the Czech Republic and South Korea:
“The Czech Republic is located in the very heart of Europe, which is one of the main reasons Korean companies choose it as an investment destination. It also has a highly skilled industrial workforce that is difficult to find elsewhere in Europe. Another factor is its strong and well-developed infrastructure, which creates a stable and attractive environment for investors. This is why major Korean companies, such as Hyundai, continue to make substantial investments here.”
The lecture by the prominent South Korean diplomat builds on the recently launched activities of the center, whose aim is to respond to the growing importance of the Asia-Pacific region and its impact on Europe and the Czech Republic. Within its mission, CAPS focuses on political and security developments in the region, including shifts in the regional security architecture.
“One of the main goals of CAPS is to bring the Asian perspective to the Czech environment, to build bridges between our cultures, and through that deepen mutual understanding. Hosting such an eminent figure as Mr Chung is not only a great honor for us, but also an excellent opportunity to advance this mission,” added Jan Železný, Director of the Center for Asia-Pacific Studies.
The lecture once again confirmed the growing importance of the Center for Asia-Pacific Studies as a platform for research and discussion on the region’s geopolitical developments. It also demonstrated that CEVRO University continues to systematically develop its focus on global security trends.
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