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title: New PRIMAR RENC Member - South Korea
description: South Korea joins PRIMAR as its 20th member, enhancing hydrographic cooperation and S-100 implementation with the Korea Hydrographic and Oceanographic Agency's expertise.
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# [New PRIMAR RENC Member - South Korea](https://www.primar.org/news-and-updates/new-primar-renc-member-south-korea)

 Written by [ECC](https://www.primar.org/news-and-updates/author/ecc) | Feb 16, 2026 12:24:33 PM

On Tuesday 20th January 2026, an agreement was signed in Stavanger, Norway, making Korea (ROK) the 20th member of PRIMAR.

From the Korean side, the agreement was signed by Director General of Korea Hydrographic and Oceanographic Agency (KHOA), Mr. Kyusam Jung.  
From the Norwegian side, the agreement was signed by Director General of the Norwegian Mapping Authority, Mr. Johnny Welle.

As an advanced hydrographic office with a strong focus on S-100 implementation, KHOA will help bring PRIMAR forward and strengthen the PRIMAR cooperation.

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