Korea, Germany to Work for 'Green Growth'
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- 2009.04.24
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During their meeting on the sidelines of the Hannover Messe, the world's largest industrial technology fair, Han and Merkel discussed ways to boost bilateral economic ties.
In particular, they agreed on joint efforts to fight climate change and the energy crisis, Han's office said.
"Han explained to Merkel about Korea's green growth vision and asked for Germany's cooperation to develop related technologies," the Office of the Prime Minister said. "Merkel replied that the green industry is also crucial for Germany's future economic growth and that the country is ready to cooperate with Korea."
On Tuesday, the state-run Korea Institute of Energy Research signed a memorandum of understanding with Germany's Julich Research Center to cooperate in the development of renewable energy and fuel cell technology.
At the fair, Korean firms signed $200 million worth of new business tie-up deals with European companies that could lead to the building of factories for wind power generators, solar panels and rechargeable batteries.
After attending the fair, Prime Minister Han flew to the Czech Republic to meet with President Vaclav Klaus and Prime Minister Miroslav Topolanek.
Han is also expected to request that the Czech Republic play an active role in Seoul's bid to successfully conclude the ongoing free trade deal talks with the European Union (EU).
The Czech Republic currently holds the rotating presidency of the EU Council and responsibility for managing the EU's decision-making council.
The Prime Minister will also make a two-day visit to Slovakia on Wednesday to meet with President Ivan Gasparovic. They will discuss ways to increase trade and investment between Korea and Slovakia.
By Na Jeong-ju
From The Korea Times(http://www.koreatimes.co.kr)