Republic of Korea (Capital: Seoul)

“India and South Korea agreed to deepen defence cooperation during the visit of the Indian Defence Minister.”

Political Features

• Republic of Korea is an East Asian country located on the southern part of the Korean Peninsula.

• It shares a land boundary with:

  • North Korea in the north.

“The 38th Parallel broadly separates South Korea and North Korea.”

• Maritime boundaries:

  • Sea of Japan (East)

  • East China Sea (South)

  • Yellow Sea (West)

Geographical Features

“The Korea Strait separates South Korea from Japan’s Tsushima Islands.”

• Highest Peak:

  • Hallasan Volcano on Jeju Island

• Major Rivers:

  • Han River

  • Geum River

  • Nakdong River

Importance of India–South Korea Relations

Defence Cooperation

• Expanding defence and strategic partnership

• Cooperation in:

  • Defence manufacturing

  • Maritime security

  • Technology

Economic Relations

• South Korea is a major investor in India.

• Important Korean companies operating in India include:

  • Samsung

  • Hyundai

  • LG

Strategic Importance

• Both countries cooperate in the:

  • Indo-Pacific region

  • Supply chain resilience

  • Emerging technologies

Key Facts About South Korea

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