South Korea to Host International Peace Forum in June; All UN Secretary-General Candidates to Share Visions

South Korea will host the annual International Peace Forum on Jeju Island in June 2026. According to an announcement from officials on May 20, this year's event features a special highlight: all candidates running for the position of UN Secretary-General will gather to present their visions.

The forum aims to seek solutions for strengthening international cooperation against a backdrop of increasingly severe geopolitical challenges. The candidates are expected to participate in discussion sessions, dialogues, and share perspectives on pressing global issues.

This event is held annually on Jeju Island, a destination renowned for its natural beauty and symbolic significance for peace. This year, the forum promises to draw the attention of the international community as it brings together all UN Secretary-General candidates.