France–South Korea relations
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France–South Korea relations have spanned over a period from the 19th century to the present. In 2016, France and Korea celebrated the 130th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the countries.[1]
France |
South Korea |
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Diplomatic mission | |
France Embassy, Seoul | South Korea Embassy, Paris |
Envoy | |
Ambassador Philippe Lefort | Ambassador Yoo Dae-jong |
According to a 2013 BBC World Service Poll, 70% of South Koreans view France's influence positively, with only 11% expressing a negative view. French views of South Korea vary, with 42% viewing South Korea negatively, and 46% viewing South Korea positively.
France is one of the two European Union states, along with Estonia, and one of five UN states, along with the United States, along with South Korea and Japan, that do not recognize or maintain diplomatic relations with North Korea.[2][3]