The Korea Foundation publishes books on Korean culture, history and society to promote a proper understanding of Korea, thereby contributing to developing Korean studies abroad and enhancing the national image of the Republic of Korea. Among the titles published by the Foundation are the Korean Culture Series; National Treasures of Korea; the Korea Essentials Series; Distant Countries, Neighboring Countries (foreign language versions); and Korean Contemporary Short Stories. In addition, the KF publishes Global Hallyu in cooperation with Korean diplomatic missions abroad since 2012.