Pakistan & South Korea
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Pakistan: Pakistan>>> is playing a crucial mediating role in the peace talks between the United States>>> and Iran>>>, facilitating communication and hosting negotiations to achieve a resolution.
South Korea: South Korea, like Japan>>>, is heavily reliant on energy from the Gulf and has been impacted by the conflict. A peace deal would likely ease its energy supply concerns.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan>>> is among the countries facing a proposed 10% additional tariff for not effectively enforcing a prohibition on forced labor imports.
South Korea: South Korea>>> is included in the group of countries facing a 12.5% additional tariff due to alleged failures in enforcing forced labor import prohibitions.
Jun 02, 2026 · 125 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan>>> is referenced in relation to Donald Trump>>>'s claims of mediating a peace deal with India>>> and is positioned as a potential mediator in the West Asia conflict.
South Korea: South Korea>>> is praised for strengthening its security commitments, aligning with the United States>>>' call for greater burden-sharing.
May 25, 2026 · 242 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan is actively mediating ceasefire talks between Iran and the United States, hosting Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and attempting to bridge significant gaps.
South Korea: South Korean banks held $6 billion of frozen Iranian funds, which were later transferred to Qatar>>> pending a prisoner release, highlighting its role in the initial fund freezing.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan strongly condemned the drone attack on the Barakah nuclear power plant and called for restraint and adherence to international law. This event highlights Pakistan's stance on nuclear safety and regional stability.
South Korea: South Korea helped build and operates the Barakah nuclear power plant. An official from Korea Electric Power Corporation confirmed no casualties or direct damage to the plant, though one reactor was briefly halted as a precaution.
May 16, 2026 · 262 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan>>> has played a crucial mediating role between the United States>>> and Iran>>>, hosting talks and conveying messages.
South Korea: South Korea has a tanker crossing the Strait of Hormuz in cooperation with Iran, demonstrating its efforts to maintain energy supplies despite the disruptions.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan has served as the primary official mediator in the conflict between the United States and Iran, with its efforts acknowledged by the United States Secretary of State.
South Korea: South Korean banks held $6 billion of frozen Iranian funds, which were later transferred to Qatar>>> pending a prisoner release, highlighting its role in the initial fund freezing.
May 22, 2026 · 14 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan has been a key mediator in the Iran-US talks, attempting to facilitate a peace deal amidst the ongoing conflict.
South Korea: South Korea's stock market experienced a significant drop, and its factory activity expanded at the fastest pace in five years, driven by firms' efforts to secure supplies amidst the Iran war.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan has acted as a mediator between the United States and Iran, conveying proposals and facilitating discussions to de-escalate the conflict and reach a peace agreement.
South Korea: South Korean banks held $6 billion of frozen Iranian funds, which were later transferred to Qatar>>> pending a prisoner release, highlighting its role in the initial fund freezing.
May 18, 2026 · 309 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan is subject to a 10% tariff under the new regime.
South Korea: South Korea said it will maintain close communication with the U.S. to preserve trade benefits, noting the combined duties should not exceed 15%.
Apr 20, 2026 · 318 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan received a Qatari gas tanker, providing relief from power blackouts, and is acting as a mediator in peace talks between the United States and Iran.
South Korea: South Korea>>>'s vessel was attacked, leading to an investigation and diplomatic protest to Iran>>>. The incident highlights maritime security concerns for South Korea>>>'s shipping interests.
May 27, 2026 · 33 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan>>> has played a crucial mediating role in the peace talks between the United States>>> and Iran>>>, with its army chief and prime minister actively involved in facilitating discussions and encouraging progress.
South Korea: A South Korean oil tanker passing through the Strait of Hormuz underscores the global impact of the conflict on international shipping and energy supplies.
May 19, 2026 · 327 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan is involved in mediation efforts and faces economic challenges from higher oil prices.
South Korea: South Korea has increased oil imports from the US and is affected by higher energy costs. Its stock market has seen declines.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan was represented by Mushahid Hussain Sayed and Hina Rabbani Khar, who spoke at the forum, contributing to the international dialogue on security.
South Korea: South Korea's former Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Kim Sung-Hwan, was a key speaker, adding to the diverse perspectives on global security.
Jul 04, 2026 · 19 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan>>> has been a key mediator in efforts to broker a peace deal between the United States>>> and Iran>>>.
South Korea: South Korea has a tanker crossing the Strait of Hormuz in cooperation with Iran, demonstrating its efforts to maintain energy supplies despite the disruptions.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
Pakistan: Mediated the June memorandum of understanding between Iran and the US.
South Korea: Home to Sinokor, whose vessels were blacklisted; affected by shipping disruptions.
Aug 24, 2026 · 21 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan continues to mediate between the US and Iran, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif holding talks with Iranian and Qatari leaders. It faces challenges balancing ties with Saudi Arabia and China while pushing for de-escalation.
South Korea: South Korean markets rose, with chip stocks gaining.
Jul 08, 2026 · 472 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan, along with nine other countries, issued a joint statement condemning Israel's interception of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition and calling for the immediate release of detained activists.
South Korea: South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung questioned the legal grounds for Israel's actions and called the detention of its citizens 'excessive and inhumane'.
May 18, 2026 · 347 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan has a mutual defense pact with Saudi Arabia and has offered nuclear program support, potentially influencing regional dynamics.
South Korea: South Korea built the UAE's Barakah plant and could be a competitor for future Saudi contracts.
Mar 09, 2018 · 305 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan>>> has played a mediating role in the conflict between the United States>>> and Iran>>>, attempting to facilitate communication and de-escalation.
South Korea: South Korean banks held $6 billion of frozen Iranian funds, which were later transferred to Qatar>>> pending a prisoner release, highlighting its role in the initial fund freezing.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
Domestic
Pakistan: Pakistan experienced a significant increase in petrol prices, rising by about 55% over three months, indicating a higher pass-through of crude costs to consumers.
South Korea: South Korea held petrol price hikes below 20%, though diesel prices rose considerably faster.
May 19, 2026 · 125 articles
Business
Pakistan: Acting as a mediator in US-Iran talks.
South Korea: Experienced extreme volatility in its stock market, driven by AI chip stocks.
Jul 14, 2026 · 280 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan is involved through its citizen Saad Edhi's arrest, with the Edhi Foundation calling on the Government of Pakistan to intervene.
South Korea: South Korea is involved as its citizens were detained, with President Lee Jae Myung criticizing Israel's actions as excessive and inhumane.
May 11, 2026 · 183 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan is among the countries Donald Trump is urging to join the Abraham Accords, though it views this as separate from Iran diplomacy.
South Korea: South Korea previously held frozen Iranian funds, which are now being discussed for release as part of the peace negotiations.
May 19, 2026 · 229 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan is acting as a mediator in the indirect peace negotiations between the United States and Iran, with its interior minister delivering messages to Iran's supreme leader.
South Korea: South Korea had ships exiting the Strait of Hormuz, reflecting efforts to navigate the disrupted shipping routes.
Apr 20, 2026 · 508 articles
Business
Pakistan: Pakistan's Chinese-supplied reactors provide a regional comparison for Bangladesh's nuclear ambitions.
South Korea: South Korea is a supplier of nuclear technology, part of the limited global market.
Jul 12, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Pakistan: Pakistan is mentioned in the context of the United States' relations with other countries, with Marco Rubio clarifying that engagement with Pakistan does not come at the expense of the strategic alliance with India.
South Korea: South Korea is among the 54 economies listed by the United States — United States Trade Representative that could face additional tariffs due to concerns about goods produced with forced labor.
May 21, 2026 · 109 articles
Business
Pakistan: Earned credit-rating upgrade, reflecting improved fundamentals and attracting investor interest.
South Korea: Tech-heavy equities index contributes to EM equity volatility due to AI cycles.
Aug 17, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Pakistan: Location of terror camps targeted in Operation Sindoor; strained relations.
South Korea: Not directly impacted; mentioned only in passing.
Jul 04, 2026 · 168 articles
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