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TC ActivitiesThe Trilateral Journalist Exchange Program Kicked Off in Seoul, ROKOn 16th March 2024, The Trilateral Cooperation Secretariat (TCS) kicked off the Trilateral Journalist Exchange Program 2024 (TJEP 2024) in Seoul, ROK, under the theme of “25th Anniversary of Trilateral Cooperation: The Role of Media for Enhancing Mutual Perception”.In the Opening session, TCS Secretary-General LEE Hee-sup delivered the remarks welcoming the 18 journalists from China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea. He also introduced the history of TJEP, which was initiated by TCS in 2014 to enhance CJK journalists’ understandings of the three neighboring countries and to foster trilateral media cooperation. Since then, about 100 journalists from the three countries have benefited from this program, and it is now one of TCS’s flagship events.TJEP 2024 gives more importance to lectures on CJK Cooperation, Mutual perception and Economy delivered by distinguished experts from three countries, alongside exchange of views. Additionally, proactive activities such as a field trip, a cultural experience and interview opportunities are included in this program.TJEP 2024 expects that Media outlets of the three countries exert further positive energy to provide an objective and comprehensive perspective for the public to see each other.▲TCS SG Lee making remarks▲ Group Photo2024.03.16
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OthersTCS Deputy Secretary-General YAN Liang Delivered a Lecture at Kookmin UniversityOn March 15, 2024, Trilateral Cooperation Secretariat (TCS) Deputy Secretary-General YAN Liang delivered a lecture at Kookmin University. The lecture aimed to promote understanding of Trilateral Cooperation and was attended by over 70 students and faculty members.During the lecture, DSG YAN provided an overview of the history and development of Trilateral Cooperation, emphasizing its mission to promote lasting peace, common prosperity, and a shared future in the region. He also informed students about TCS’ youth projects, especially the Trilateral Youth Exchange Network (TYEN) and encouraged them to participate in youth projects.During the Q&A session, students actively engaged with DSG YAN, asking questions about Trilateral Cooperation and TCS-related projects.▲DSG Yan delivering a lecture2024.03.15
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OthersVisit by Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign CountriesOn 13 March 2024, Mr. YUAN Mindao, Vice President of Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) paid a courtesy visit to Secretary-General LEE Hee-sup of Trilateral Cooperation Secretariat. Delegation of CJK Cultural Exchange Forum also attended the meeting. Secretary-General LEE appreciated CPAFFC for its interest to the CJK cooperation, speaking highly of their devotion to Culture City of East Asia (CCEA), Local Government Exchange Conference and CJK Cultural Exchange Forum. He also expressed the willingness to further expand cooperation between two organizations to create rigorous partnership for future collaborative projects. Vice president YUAN appreciated TCS’s trust for the partnership with CPAFFC and showed expectations to collaborate more in the future projects related to CJK cooperation. He also introduced upcoming CJK Cultural Exchange Forum, which would be held in Jiangsu Province, and hoped that TCS could also attend this year’s forum. The two sides agreed to continue close communication to explore tangible cooperation opportunities.▲Mr. YUAN Mindao and Delegation of CJK Cultural Exchange Forum2024.03.13
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Seminar & ForumThe 3rd Forum on Carbon Neutrality Goals of China, Japan, and the Republic of KoreaOn March 7, 2024, the Trilateral Cooperation Secretariat (TCS), the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), and the Climate Action Team at the Executive Office of the Secretary-General of the United Nations (EOSG/CAT) jointly organized the 3rd Forum on Carbon Neutrality Goals of China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea.Held in-person for the first time, experts from China, Japan, Korea, and Mongolia, including policymakers at national and local levels, academics, and business peopleemphasized the critical roles of digital innovation, and just transition strategies. The forum illuminated the integration of global commitments into national policies, showcased digital innovations driving sectoral transitions, and best practices of policies and stakeholder engagement for a just transition.At the opening session, Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana, Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Secretary of ESCAP mentioned “In light of the reaffirmed commitments by China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea to achieve net-zero emissions by mid-century and their leadership in elevating climate action in the Asia-Pacific region, it is very clear that our collective action is more vital than ever,” in her opening remarks.Lee Hee-sup, Secretary-General of the TCS stated "North-East Asia is no exception in this global crisis. China, Japan and Korea have been active forerunners in addressing climate change and promoting cooperation to tackle this common threat.". SG Lee added, "The theme of this year’s Forum – digital innovation for carbon neutrality – could not be timelier given the unique position of China, Japan and Korea in leading global climate action and their reaffirmation to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050/2060."Subsequently, Selwin Charles Hart, Special Adviser to the United Nations Secretary-General on Climate Action and Assistant Secretary-General for the Climate Action Team, contributed valuable insights into the practical steps needed for a sustainable future. He remarked, "At COP28, all governments agreed to transition away from fossil fuels to achieve net zero by 2050, underscoring the urgency of phasing out coal by 2030 in OECD countries and by 2040 for the rest of the world, along with reducing oil and gas production and use during this pivotal decade."Keynote speaker, Liu Zhenmin, Special Envoy for Climate Change of China, capitalized on the crucial roles of the three countries’ efforts in climate change by highlighting that “China, Japan and the Republic of Korea are important drivers for both Asian and global economic development, as well as key participants in global climate governance. Achieving carbon neutrality/net-zero emissions is not only the common vision of us, but also a favorable opportunity for East Asia to achieve the green transformation in our economy.” He further highlighted the importance of empowering green development by digitization, sharing “the future of global governance will be characterized by digitization and decarbonization.”The outcomes of the forum will be presented to the dialogue on subregional cooperation during the 80th ESCAP Commission Session and will also be reported to the 25th Tripartite Environment Ministers Meeting.▲Group photo▲TCS SG Lee making remarks▲Keynote speech from Liu Zhenmin, Special Envoy for Climate Change, China▲During Session1▲Q&A session during session 22024.03.07
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