♤ Consistent Indian support for peaceful reunification of the two Koreas has been well received in this country.

♤ Bilateral consular relations were established in 1962 which was upgraded to Ambassador- level in 1973.

2.1.1. New Era of Relationships

♤ RoK's open market policies found resonance with India's economic liberalization and 'Look East Policy'

♤ The visit of President APJ Abdul Kalam in 2006, led to the launch of a Joint Task Force to conclude a bilateral Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) operationalized on 1st January 2010.