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6223 Future Forum, Guest Speaker Kim Jin-myung… Ulsan Dreams of Leaping into a Future Cultural City through the Spirit of Hangeul

(C) 6223 Future Forum The '6223 Future Forum,' a key organization proposing future policies for Ulsan, successfully held its second seminar of 2026 under the theme "Listening to the Fut
Seoul Metro to Ban Personal Mobility Devices and High-Capacity Lithium Batteries Starting July

SEOUL — Starting July 1, 2026, passengers will be prohibited from bringing personal mobility (PM) devices powered by lithium batteries and high-capacity lithium batteries into Seoul Metro statio

South Korea’s Bid for MSCI Developed Market Status Stalls Again

SEOUL — South Korea’s long-standing ambition to be reclassified as a "Developed Market" (DM) by Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) has faced another setback. In its 20

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Busan's Autumn Festivals Shift Dates to Avoid National Sports Festival and Chuseok Rush: BUSAN - Local governments in Busan are proactively adjusting their autumn festival schedules to avoid clashing with the 106th Nati ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.03.16

Over 60% of Groundwater Tested Unsuitable for Drinking: With a population of 330,000 still relying on groundwater, a significant portion of it has either never been tested for quality or ...; Desk 2025.03.16

South Korea Denies Abduction of North Korean Defectors in Vietnam: Seoul, South Korea – The South Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs has vehemently denied claims by a North Korean human right ...; ONLINE TEAM 2025.03.16

Chinese Couple Arrested for Illegal Entry Attempt via Rubber Boat: Incheon, South Korea – The South Korean Coast Guard has apprehended two Chinese nationals in their 30s for attempting to ill ...; Min Gyu Mi Reporter 2025.03.16

Surge in Consulate Impersonation Scams Targets Korean Communities in North America: A disturbing trend of scammers impersonating officials from the South Korean Embassy and Consulates has emerged across North Ameri ...; Eunsil Ju Reporter 2025.03.16

South Korea Considers Introducing Mail-in and Electronic Voting for Overseas Citizens: The South Korean National Assembly has proposed amendments to the Public Official Election Act to introduce mail-in voting and, ev ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.03.16

Korea and Japan Finalize Logo and Slogan for 60th Anniversary of Diplomatic Normalization: A New Step Towards the Future: SEOUL/TOKYO – The governments of South Korea and Japan have announced the finalization of the official logo and slogan to co ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.03.16

South Korea Added to US 'Sensitive Country' List, Diplomatic Fallout Expected South Korea Classified as 'Other Designated Country' in US SCL: The United States' decision to add South Korea to the lowest tier of its 'Sensitive and Other Designated Countries List (SCL)' in ...; Desk 2025.03.16

Daejeon Jung-gu Park Golf Association Forms Massive Leadership Team, Pledges New Course: Daejeon, South Korea – The Daejeon Jung-gu Park Golf Association, led by President Oh No-kyun, has announced the formation o ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.03.16

U.S. and Philippine Naval Special Forces Strengthen Ties in Joint Training Exercise: EL NIDO, Philippines – U.S. Naval Special Warfare (NSW) operators and the Philippine Naval Special Operations Unit (NAVSOU) ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.03.15

Electricity Becomes New Flashpoint in US-Canada Trade Relations: A recent trade dispute between the United States and Canada has escalated, with electricity emerging as a key point of contention. ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.03.15

Surge in Jeonse Fraud Victims Prompts Extension of Support Act in South Korea: Seoul, South Korea - The ongoing Jeonse (lump-sum deposit lease) fraud crisis in South Korea has led to a significant increase in ...; ONLINE TEAM 2025.03.15

Portable Battery Short Circuit Suspected in Air Busan Fire Incident: Gimhae, South Korea – Preliminary findings from an investigation into the Air Busan aircraft fire at Gimhae International Ai ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2025.03.15

Nationwide Issuance of Mobile Resident Registration Cards Begins in South Korea: Seoul, South Korea – The Digital Government Platform Committee has announced the nationwide launch of mobile resident regist ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.03.15

Dodram Wins Excellence Award in Social Media Buzz at the 2024 Korea Pop-up Store Awards: Seoul, South Korea – Dodram, a leading South Korean meat processing company, has been awarded the Excellence Award in the So ...; Desk 2025.03.15

KCC E&C's 'Resurrection of Family' Wins Grand Prix at 32nd Korea Advertising Awards: SEOUL, South Korea – KCC Engineering & Construction (KCC E&C) has been awarded the Grand Prix, the top honor across ...; Desk 2025.03.14

GS E&C Unveils Revamped 2025 Talent Development Program to Bolster Global Competitiveness: GS Engineering & Construction (GS E&C) has announced a significant overhaul of its talent development program for 2025, ai ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.03.14

Thousands Demand Monarchy's Return in Nepal as Former King Arrives in Kathmandu: KATHMANDU, Nepal – A surge of support for Nepal's former King Gyanendra Shah was evident on Sunday as thousands of his loyal ...; Pedro Espinola Special Correspondent 2025.03.14

Veterinary Group Demands FIFA Action Over Alleged Dog Cull in Morocco Ahead of 2030 World Cup: London, UK – The Progressive Veterinary Association (PVA) has issued a strong call for FIFA to intervene in Morocco, allegin ...; Desk 2025.03.14

Morocco's Frozen Fish Initiative Addresses Inflated Seafood Prices: RABAT, Morocco – In a move to tackle escalating seafood prices and ensure affordability for consumers, Morocco's Ministry of ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.03.14