A Discussion with Arthur Perron
Canadian Ambassador to Korea
March 16, 2000
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What are the primary objectives of the Canadian Embassy here in Korea?
 

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Recently Canada sent a mission to North Korea for talks with officials there. What can you tell us about the role Canada is playing in ongoing efforts to resolve tensions on the Korean peninsula?
 

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In today's Korean Herald you wrote a letter concerning the recent use of a Canadian flag in a Nazi themed bar in Seoul.  What are your feelings about the whole episode and the apparent lack of concern by many Koreans?
 

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One of the biggest difficulties Canadians face here is the lack of reliable information.  The Canadian Embassy website offers very little in this regard, especially compared to the US Embassy's site. Are there any plans to increase the amount of information online or by other means?
 

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Foreigners here are often asked "What are your biggest difficulties living in Korea?" Mr. Ambassador, what are your biggest difficulties living in Korea - personally and as the official representative of Canada?
 

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Are there any other comments you'd like to share with those tuning in?
 

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