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The G7 Summit is held in the United Kingdom from June 11 to the 13th. This is the first time global leaders are meeting face-to-face to hold meetings after the COVID-19 outbreak. South Korea is invited to attend the G7 Summit, so we sit down with experts to talk about the diplomatic significance of the G7 Summit and South Korea's role in the international society.
South Korea began inoculating military-related personnel with the Janssen COVID-19 vaccine from June 9th. Our reporter goes on-location to see the vaccination process and learn more about the characteristics and advantages of the Janssen vaccine.
International tourism has ground to a halt amid the pandemic, but it’s looking to make a comeback on the back of eased quarantine rules for vaccinated travelers. Also, many countries including Spain and France are even welcoming unvaccinated tourists from countries deemed to be at low-risk, including Korea. We find out more the imminent revival of the tourism industry.

Guests In-Studio

AN Junseong, Visiting Professor / Yonsei Graduate School of International Studies

Skype Interview

John KIRTON, Director, / G7 Research Group, University of Toronto