Today it has become the norm to sum up the 100-day tenure as. Usually, these hundred days, laying the foundation for the future. We can already draw some conclusions and outline plans for further work to identify priority areas. That's 100 days in office and formed the basis of a conversation between correspondent. RIA PrimaMedia and Consul General of the Republic of Korea in Vladivostok, Mr. Li Yan Gu. In the diplomatic baggage Korean diplomat working in South Korean diplomatic missions in the U.S. and Europe, but as it turned out, Primorye calls from Mr. Consul General of greatest interest, and all because of this tremendous opportunity for the development of relations between Russia and the Republic of Korea. – Mr. Consul General, what you really the priority areas identified for their work? – Priority is, of course, economics. It is a powerful engine of regions and states. Of economic development depends on the development of other areas – culture, medicine, tourism, etc. Due to the developed country's economy growing standard of living of the population, new jobs are created, implemented interesting projects … So in the interests of Russia and South Korea are the same. There are several factors that will strengthen the position of our countries in the world community. So, for Russia, a significant external factor is the entry into WTO and the APEC summit in Vladivostok, 2012. A great advantage of cooperation between Russia and South Korea may be warming. And here the contribution to development of relations, expansion of infrastructure and logistics will use the Northern Sea Route. Currently, logistics centers are Hong Kong, Singapore. But with the intensification of navigation on this route, with the advent of the logistics market of new players – Russia, Japan and South Korea – could change. Special thanks and mention the work of the Russian Government towards improving the investment climate, diversify the economy. The Korean side is now a great job of finding foreign partners, expanding market, the development of new technologies. First of all, it relates to the provision of energy, food market development, cooperation in the field of alternative energy. These projects together with Russia – this is one of our primary goals. Relations between our countries, have crossed the 20-year milestone. During this time, and good luck, and errors. And I think that luck had a lot more. As for the errors, can not be without them. And they can not be ignored, because the error – a precious lesson, because there is no wonder folk wisdom that it is the mistakes people learn. Now, in relation tions in Russia and the Republic of Korea entered a new stage. I do not think that this novelty will become a cardinal, simply relations between states, going to a higher level, will Bole deep. Russian President Dmitry Medvedev ahead of the five priority areas of economic modernization, which have a positive impact on our relations. And they coincide with the interests of the Republic of Korea. This applies to energy development, including alternative, oil and gas, construction, oil and gas deposits, and new technologies. – When it comes to participating in the projects, then more recently the Korean government corporation "Incheon International Airport» (Incheon International Airport Corporation) acquired 10% of the share capital of "Khabarovsk airport". The next project in the Incheon Airport can become Russia Vladivostok. How do you assess the possibility of fellow countrymen in the Far East market? – I am very pleased that the corporation participated in this project. At Incheon experience, a great team, they know how to improve management, improve service and expand infrastructure. With regard to participation in the management of "Vladivostok International Airport", talks in this direction are underway. The Russian side has recently traveled to Seoul to meet with the leadership of Incheon. While both sides are exploring the possibility of participation in the contest and real prospects. I hope that this project will be implemented, the status of international airport of Vladivostok as only increase. – In recent years, economic cooperation with South Korea expanded at the expense of large industrial projects. Were you satisfied with the implementation of these projects, the country's leadership, what you should pay attention to the effect was more significant? – Investment cooperation between our countries are very active. If the narrow boundaries of a mirror and look at the Maritime Territory, there are a number of projects with participation of Korean investors. Thus, the company Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering is interested in building a new shipyard, "Star-DSME». On car "Sollers-Far East" in Vladivostok open production line of cars Korean model Ssang Yong. Operates an international ferry line Sakaiminato (Japan) – Donghae (Korea) – Vladivostok (Russia), launched in July 2009, Hyundai at the end of 2012 plans to build in Vladivostok plant electrical equipment. Negotiations on this issue are underway. – How do you assess the situation prevailing today around the supply of gas through the territory of North Korea? – Between Russia and South Korea there is an agreement on gas supplies. Currently, his delivery of a tankerand gas carriers from Sakhalin, but in the future gas supply will be further implemented and the end point of the gas transportation system "Sakhalin-Khabarovsk-Vladivostok." As for the gas pipeline project to the Republic of Korea through North Korea, this project is very beneficial to all participants. Due to the fact that the gas pipeline "Sakhalin-Khabarovsk-Vladivostok" is already included in the final stage – and this is a prerequisite for the construction of the pipeline to the Republic of Korea – it is hoped that through the agreements of Russia, North Korea and the Republic of Korea, a project of the Trans- The gas pipeline will be implemented. – How do you evaluate the preparation of Vladivostok to APEC Summit 2012? – I have no doubt that the summit in Vladivostok, from an organizational point of view goes well, given Russia's experience in holding major international events. In this case, the leadership of the country and the region is actively working to make this forum is at the highest level. Actively engaged in preparations for the summit of business, the press. I was recently on the Russian island, saw the preparations for the APEC summit in 2012. The spectacle is impressive. After seeing I have no doubt that the events actually take place the APEC summit in Vladivostok in September 2012. In order to construct objects of the Summit on the Russian island took only a year and a half. Also during the year and a half practically built a gas pipeline Sakhalin-Khabarovsk-Vladivostok, and it all shows just how strong is Russia. During the summit in Vladivostok will come a lot of guests. Will work with the extra load the hotel, airport, service. And so it went without any problems, we need technical assistance, human resource. And these issues must be resolved together. – Is there a desire in the Korean business representatives to participate in other projects? – The Republic of Korea has its own interests in the Maritime Territory. Your region, as well as the entire Far East – a lucrative springboard for the implementation and development of energy, agriculture and petrochemical industries. Work in this direction will contribute to the revitalization and expansion. Take, for example, agri-business. In Primorye, a great opportunity for the implementation of the most daring projects. I believe that in addition to growing crops, to develop their processing, to bet on biofuels, to work in this area, both in breadth and depth. In addition, this situation will impact on infrastructure development. The DPRK side is very interested in building a grain terminal for transshipment of grain at the port of Vladivostok. Visited Nedcontrib seaside capital of the delegation are now carefully studying the possibility of investment of the project. I am convinced that the combination of agribusiness and modern technology – is the foundation on which Russia and South Korea can build long-term and cost-beneficial relationship. Interest in the Korean business community is, and the Russian island that the APEC summit after 2012 could be an attractive place to be implemented interesting and profitable projects, such as the industrial park and medical center. We are exploring the possibility of participation in the implementation of these and other (liquefied petroleum gas plant, petrochemical complex) projects. – Last year, under the auspices of the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea was held in Primorye are many cultural and sporting events on the 20th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations between the Russian Federation and the Republic of Korea. Participants in public cultural activities will Primorye this year? – In late July, Beijing welcomes the participants of the sixth World Cup Taekwondo «WTF» phumse. The Consulate General provides assistance to these international sporting events held at high level. But this year, compared with the cultural activities will be more business activities: Road Show, a business forum and presentation capacity of health centers in the Republic of Korea. The following year, APEC will be held, as well as many cultural events, including, and dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the establishment of sister city relations between Vladivostok and Pusan. All Regional News
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