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Martial Law Sparks Political Turmoil: South Korea’s Battle for Constitutional Integrity

Martial Law Sparks Political Turmoil: South Korea’s Battle for Constitutional Integrity

South Korea is navigating a severe constitutional crisis after President Yoon Suk-yeol’s controversial proclamation of martial law, a move that opposition parties have described as unconstitutional and tantamount to treason. The Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) has escalated its push for impeachment, while the ruling People Power Party (PPP)

S. Korea’s Smart Farms Secure $39M Contract in Australia

S. Korea’s Smart Farms Secure $39M Contract in Australia

GreenPlus, a South Korean smart farm technology firm, has signed a $39 million (approximately ₩550 billion) contract to build advanced greenhouse facilities in Australia. The deal, announced by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs on December 6, highlights the growing interest in smart farming solutions globally. The contract

Buldak Ramen Hits $700M in Global Exports

Buldak Ramen Hits $700M in Global Exports

In a historic achievement for the Korean food industry, Samyang Foods has reached $700 million in global exports. This milestone was recognized at the ‘61st Trade Day’ ceremony, where the company was awarded the “7 Billion Dollar Export Tower,” making it the first Korean food company to receive such an

Celestial Spectacle Unfolds with Moon-Saturn Conjunction and Jupiter's Brilliance

Celestial Spectacle Unfolds with Moon-Saturn Conjunction and Jupiter's Brilliance

Seoul, December 5, 2024 – A rare astronomical event is set to grace the night skies this Sunday, December 8th. Stargazers across South Korea will have the opportunity to witness the Moon and Saturn appearing nearly side by side in a stunning celestial conjunction. Adding to the allure, Jupiter will shine

South Korea’s Martial Law Reform Amid Controversy

South Korea’s Martial Law Reform Amid Controversy

On December 3, 2024, President Yoon Suk-yeol took the unprecedented step of declaring martial law, citing a dire threat to South Korea’s constitutional order. In a nationally televised address, Yoon accused the opposition party of paralyzing government functions through excessive impeachment motions, budget cuts targeting core national programs, and

The Despair of Korean Democracy

The Despair of Korean Democracy

Who could have imagined that the term ‘martial law’ would reappear in 21st-century South Korea? President Yoon Suk-yeol’s recent declaration of martial law has stunned the nation, sparking outrage and intense debate. This unprecedented move, ostensibly to counteract political unrest, has been widely criticized as an assault on democratic

A Fast Lane to Risk? South Korea’s New Medical Device Policy

A Fast Lane to Risk? South Korea’s New Medical Device Policy

Seoul- South Korea is embarking on a bold experiment to streamline the approval process for innovative medical devices, allowing them to reach the market in as little as 80 days. While this policy promises to bolster innovation and expedite patient access to cutting-edge technologies, it has also ignited fierce debate