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South Korea Launches $30 Million ASEAN Digital Innovation Initiative

South Korea Launches $30 Million ASEAN Digital Innovation Initiative

Seoul, South Korea - In a bold step toward fostering regional cooperation and technological advancement, South Korea announced the launch of the Korea-ASEAN Digital Innovation Flagship Project (KADIF) at the 5th ASEAN Digital Ministers’ Meeting held in Bangkok on January 16, 2025. This ambitious $30 million initiative, funded through the

South Korea Introduces Mobile Foreigner Registration Cards

South Korea Introduces Mobile Foreigner Registration Cards

Seoul, South Korea - Starting January 10, 2025, foreign residents in South Korea can embrace a more convenient and secure form of identification as the government rolls out its new mobile foreigner registration card. In a move that underscores the country’s commitment to digital innovation, the mobile version will

South Korea's K-Food+ Exports Break $13 Billion Barrier

South Korea's K-Food+ Exports Break $13 Billion Barrier

South Korea's culinary prowess has achieved an unprecedented milestone. In 2024, the nation’s K-Food+ exports soared to over $13 billion, marking a 6.1% year-on-year growth and cementing its place as a formidable force in the global food market. This remarkable achievement, spanning agricultural goods and related

Oxford English Dictionary Adds 7 New Korean Words

Oxford English Dictionary Adds 7 New Korean Words

For decades, the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has been a linguistic barometer of global cultural shifts, capturing the evolution of the English language with precision. In its latest update in December 2024, the OED once again turned to South Korea, a cultural powerhouse, adding seven new Korean words to its

South Korea’s Environmental Policies in 2025

South Korea’s Environmental Policies in 2025

As South Korea strides into 2025, the Ministry of Environment has unveiled a comprehensive suite of policies designed to address the pressing climate and environmental challenges of our time. From enhancing carbon trading mechanisms to providing greater incentives for electric vehicles, these measures underscore the government’s determination to pursue

Jeju Air Flight 7C2216: Investigating the Tragedy

Jeju Air Flight 7C2216: Investigating the Tragedy

On the morning of December 29, 2024, Jeju Air Flight 7C2216 crash-landed in South Korea, marking one of the most devastating aviation incidents in recent memory. The Boeing 737-800, en route from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport to Muan International Airport, carried 181 people. After encountering technical difficulties during landing, the

Changnyeong-Miryang Expressway Opens, Boosting Travel and Tourism in Gyeongnam

Changnyeong-Miryang Expressway Opens, Boosting Travel and Tourism in Gyeongnam

Changnyeong, South Korea — The much-anticipated Changnyeong-Miryang Expressway officially opened on December 28, marking a transformative milestone in Gyeongsangnam-do’s transportation network. This new route is set to significantly reduce travel times, enhance connectivity, and boost regional tourism and economic activity. The 28.5-kilometer stretch of highway, part of the Hamyang-Ulsan