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The Korean labor market has been a hot topic of discussion recently, with its severe polarization into large firms versus small and medium-sized companies. As previously discussed, regular employees of large companies account for only 12% of the workers in Korea, leaving small and mid-sized companies struggling with chronic labor shortages. This issue is also relevant to Busan, which is home to many small and medium-sized businesses that face similar challenges in attracting and retaining worker

Mayor Park Heong-joon, the Special Envoy for the 2030 Busan World Expo bid appointed by South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, completed a successful tour of three African countries from February 22. The countries visited were the Kingdom of Lesotho, the Republic of South Africa, and the Republic of Angola. During the tour, Mayor Park met with high-level officials, including presidents, kings, prime ministers, deputy prime ministers, foreign ministers, finance ministers, and transportation minis

As the world's population grows, the issue of food security becomes more pressing. With limited arable land available for farming, new methods of food production are necessary to ensure that people have access to fresh and healthy food. One promising solution is vertical farming, which involves growing crops in stacked layers. However, many countries, including Korea, have yet to fully embrace this innovative method of food production. Recent various studies have explored the feasibility of ver

Busan and Riyadh are two dynamic cities that are both competing to host the 2030 World Expo, a global event that showcases innovation, technology, and culture. While both cities have unique features and attractions, they also have much in common. Let's compare these two cities across different categories and explore what makes each city a compelling choice to host the 2030 World Expo. Economy Busan and Riyadh are two bustling cities with thriving economies. Busan, a major seaport city, plays

Korea is facing a daunting challenge: a rapidly declining birth rate. The country's total fertility rate of 0.7 is one of the lowest in the world, less than half of the OECD average of 1.59. This trend is particularly evident in major cities such as Seoul, Busan, and Incheon, where the fertility rate is below 0.8. Experts argue that piecemeal and short-term policies are not enough to address this complex issue and that a comprehensive and long-term approach is needed. One promising strategy is

Controversy surrounds tech site CNET after it was revealed that the company has been quietly using artificial intelligence (AI) to produce articles, and is now doing extensive layoffs that include several longtime employees. While the use of AI in journalism is not new, some experts and readers question its reliability and ethics. According to sources with knowledge of the situation, the layoffs total around a dozen people or about 10 percent of the public masthead, and are part of a reorganiza

The development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology is advancing at an unprecedented rate, and many administrative agencies in South Korea are eagerly anticipating its arrival. However, it is important to not only admire the capabilities of these new technologies but also to consider their social impact. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into our daily lives, it is essential to have a discourse that goes beyond the traditional engineering and technical perspectives. One of the most s

After a tumultuous year due to the pandemic, fifteen universities in Busan have recently announced the results of their 2023 freshman class admissions. However, only one university out of the fifteen, Korea Maritime University, managed to fill all available spots, leaving the other fourteen with unfilled seats. The total number of students enrolled out of a total of 31,180 was 29,921, resulting in a 95.9% enrollment rate. This year's rate represents a 4.2% increase compared to last year's recor