We extend our sincere congratulations to Ambassador Cho Hyun, an esteemed member of APLN, on his appointment as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea. With a distinguished career in diplomacy, including senior leadership roles at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and as Permanent Representative of the Republic of Korea to the United Nations, Ambassador Cho brings a wealth of experience in international affairs to his new role. His thoughtful leadership and longstanding commitment to international cooperation have made him a respected figure in the field. We wish him well for his new responsibilities and look forward to his leadership at this crucial juncture for regional and global diplomacy.