{
  "id": 740276,
  "title": "Top diplomats of Korea, Fiji meet in Seoul for talks on energy cooperation, mutual ties",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/top-diplomats-of-korea-fiji-meet-in-seoul-for-talks-on-energy",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-13T07:02:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/20260813/top-diplomats-of-korea-fiji-meet-in-seoul-for-talks-on-energy-cooperation-mutual-ties"
  },
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  "account": "Foreign ministers of South Korea and Fiji convened in Seoul on Thursday to explore avenues for bolstering bilateral relations and delving into sectors of mutual interest, as per Seoul's foreign ministry announcement. Cho Hyun, South Korea's Foreign Minister, convened with Sakiasi Ditoka, the Fijian counterpart, who is currently on a visit to Korea. Ditoka's visit marks a significant milestone as it coincides with the 55th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two nations. The last encounter between a Fijian Foreign Minister and Seoul took place in September 2015. Ditoka voiced optimism about enhancing cooperation with Seoul, particularly in the realm of energy supply chains, highlighting the adverse impact the volatile security situation in the Strait of Hormuz has had on countries across the Asia-Pacific region. Cho echoed Ditoka's sentiments, emphasizing the critical importance of ensuring stable and resilient energy supply chains. Both parties concurred on the necessity to deepen collaboration and maintain regular consultations on this front, according to the ministry. Cho also revealed that South Korea has been actively pursuing expanded cooperation with Fiji in healthcare and energy, sectors that Fiji has found particularly beneficial. Ditoka expressed gratitude for Korea's support and requested further dialogue.",
  "summary": "Foreign ministers of Korea and Fiji held talks in Seoul on Thursday, seeking ways to strengthen bilateral ties and discussing energy supply chains and other areas of mutual interest, Seoul's foreign ministry said. Foreign Minister Cho Hyun met his Fijian counterpart, Sakiasi Ditoka, who is currently visiting Korea. Ditoka's visit comes as the two countries mark the 55th anniversary of diplomatic…",
  "key_points": [
    "South Korean and Fijian foreign ministers meet in Seoul",
    "55th anniversary of diplomatic ties between nations",
    "Focus on enhancing energy supply chain cooperation"
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        "outlet": "Yonhap News",
        "title": "Top diplomats of S. Korea, Fiji meet in Seoul for talks on energy cooperation, mutual ties",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/top-diplomats-of-s-korea-fiji-meet-in-seoul-for-talks-on-energy",
        "published": "2026-08-13T06:10:12.000Z"
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        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Top diplomats of Korea, Fiji meet in Seoul for talks on energy cooperation, mutual ties",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/top-diplomats-of-korea-fiji-meet-in-seoul-for-talks-on-energy-741071",
        "published": "2026-08-13T07:12:03.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "KBS World Radio",
        "title": "Top Diplomats of S. Korea, Fiji Discuss Energy Cooperation, Bilateral Ties",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/top-diplomats-of-s-korea-fiji-discuss-energy-cooperation-bilateral",
        "published": "2026-08-13T09:43:04.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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