After more than two decades of close cooperation, shared projects, and deep professional trust, the Hanns Seidel Foundation Korea bid farewell to its long-standing partners at the Institute for Peace Affairs. The gathering in the Institute’s new Goyang office marked both an end and a celebration of a remarkable chapter in joint peace and research efforts.

In late November 2025, the Gangwon DMZ Museum opened a new photo exhibition on North Gangwon Province, supported by Hanns Seidel Foundation Korea. Notably, featuring photographs by Dr. Bernhard Seliger, Resident Representative, showcasing the region’s landscapes and cities and highlighting years of partnership in the border area.

During a multi-day visit to the Republic of Korea, Dr. Susanne Luther strengthened partnerships in political dialogue, environmental protection, and regional development. Through high-level meetings with Korean and international stakeholders, she reaffirmed the Hanns Seidel Foundation’s long-standing commitment to peace, sustainability, and cross-border cooperation on the Korean Peninsula.

The HSF GMACC Conference 2025 in Windhoek brings together partners from around the world to share knowledge on climate initiatives, strengthen regional cooperation, and address global climate challenges together.

On 20 November 2025, experts, practitioners, and citizen scientists gathered in Paju for the Swan Goose Citizen Science Roundtable to discuss the ecological importance of the Swan Goose, present local conservation measures, and strengthen exchange between researchers and the public.