EU Ambassador Ugo Astuto As we welcome the new year, I am pleased to extend my warmest greetings to all readers of the Korea Times on behalf of the European Union Delegation to the Republic of Korea. Korea and the EU enjoy a strong strategic partnership, grounded in shared values. We believe in democracy and respect for human rights. Together, we support a cooperative approach to international relations, multilateralism and the rules-based system of international governance. This is particularly crucial now, as we face the continuing Russian war of aggression against Ukraine and renewed challenges to the UN Charter. With Korea, a trusted partner and friend, the EU will continue to advance cooperation across the board —from the green and digital transition to trade, security and the fight against climate change. Our shared values will guide our actions in the year ahead as we work to build a more secure, peaceful and prosperous world. Best wishes! French Ambassador Philippe Bertoux On the occasion of the New Year, I would like to extend my warmest and most sincere wishes to the Korean peop