Diplomacy based on universal values and trust, and the coalition among the like-minded countries are more important than ever, facing global challenges including the US-China rivalry, the Russia-Ukrainian war, the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, etc. In this strategic environment, South Korea pursues its role in the international community to be strengthened as a global pivotal state.In this session, we will examine South Korea’s public diplomacy policy to meet the current needs and discuss how South Korea contributes to global agenda and strengthen strategic global networks through public diplomacy.