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Kia Inaugurates New CKD Plant in Kazakhstan, Accelerating Global Supply Chain Diversification

Kostanay, Kazakhstan — Kia Corporation officially opened its second Complete Knock-Down (CKD) joint assembly plant in Kostanay, Kazakhstan, on October 21, 2025, marking a significant step in div
Gmarket Challenges E-Commerce Leaders Coupang and Naver with 700 Billion Won Investment and Alibaba Synergy

Gmarket, now a subsidiary of the joint venture (JV) between Shinsegae Group and Alibaba Group, has unveiled an ambitious plan to inject 700 billion won (approximately $492 million) into its operations

Kering Sells Beauty Division to L'Oréal for €4 Billion Amid Gucci Slump

Paris – French luxury conglomerate Kering, owner of major brands including Gucci, Bottega Veneta, and Balenciaga, has announced the sale of its beauty business to French cosmetics giant L'Or

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World-OKTA's Andong Korea Business Expo Secures $84 Million in Deals, Demonstrating Global Korean Economic Network Power: ANDONG, SOUTH KOREA - The World Korean Traders Association (World-OKTA) concluded its 2025 World Representatives Convention and Ko ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.04.30

Resilient Beauty Salons and Lodging Outshine Struggling Online Retail and Cosmetics in South Korean Startup Survival Rates: SEOUL, South Korea - New data released by South Korea's National Tax Service reveals a stark contrast in the survival rates of var ...; Kim Sungmoon Reporter 2025.04.30

Trump Jr. Holds High-Profile Meetings with South Korean Business Tycoons Amidst U.S. Trade Concerns: SEOUL – Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of the former U.S. President, arrived in South Korea on Tuesday at the invitation o ...; Eunsil Ju Reporter 2025.04.30

Andong Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Use of Local Currency to Bolster Regional Economy: Andong, South Korea – Andong City is set to launch a comprehensive 22-day crackdown on the illicit circulation of its popula ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.04.30

Fila Accelerates China Expansion with New Flagship Store Launch: Global sportswear brand Fila is intensifying its efforts to conquer the Chinese market with the grand opening of a new flagship st ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.04.30

Jin Air Resumes Incheon-Qingdao Flights, Boosting Travel Options and Tourism: SEOUL, South Korea – Jin Air, a prominent South Korean low-cost carrier, has announced the resumption of its Incheon-Qingdao ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.04.30

World-OKTA Aims to Be Gateway for Korean SMEs' Global Expansion at Andong Expo: Andong, South Korea – The World Federation of Korean Trade Associations (World-OKTA) has declared its commitment to becoming ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.04.28

JD.com Enters Korean E-commerce Arena with Blitzkrieg Logistics, Threatening Local Players: SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – E-commerce giant JD.com, often dubbed 'China's Amazon,' has officially launched its full-fledged operat ...; Min Gyu Mi Reporter 2025.04.28

Lotte GRS Expands Restaurant Portfolio with Downtown Debut of Japanese Ramen Brand 'Mukyoku': SEOUL, South Korea – Lotte GRS, the prominent food service franchise arm of South Korean conglomerate Lotte Group, has annou ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.04.28

Sejong City Hosts Japanese Parliamentarians for Smart City, Balanced Development Talks: SEJONG CITY – Mayor Choi Min-ho of Sejong Special Self-Governing City welcomed a delegation of Japanese parliamentarians fro ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.04.28

Incheon Bakeries Busted for Storing Expired Ingredients, Violating Food Safety Laws: INCHEON, SOUTH KOREA - Authorities in Incheon have cracked down on several food establishments, including prominent bakery cafes, ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.04.28

Toyota Korea Amplifies After-Sales Service with New Mega Parts Center: SIHEUNG, South Korea – Toyota Korea is significantly bolstering its after-sales service capabilities with the grand opening ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.04.28

Seoul Bets Big on Chicken to Boost Public Delivery App "Ttanggyeoyo": The Seoul Metropolitan Government has launched a bold initiative for its public delivery app, "Ttanggyeoyo" (땡겨요, meaning "It pull ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.04.28

"May Donghaeng Festival" to Boost National Spending, Support Small Businesses: South Korea is set to launch the "May Donghaeng Festival," a nationwide initiative aimed at stimulating consumer spending and supp ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.04.28

Travel Troubles Rise in South Korea as Overseas Trips Surge: As South Koreans eagerly plan overseas vacations for the upcoming Family Month in May, a concerning trend of travel-related scams ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.04.28

Philippine Central Bank Launches Mobile App, Strengthening Access to Financial Information and Accelerating Digital Inclusion: Manila – The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has announced the launch of its mobile application, ‘BSP Mobile,’ ...; ONLINE TEAM 2025.04.27

Singapore-US Trade Relations: Seeking Deeper Cooperation Amid Maintained Tariffs: As Singapore and the United States seek to deepen their economic relationship, the US has decided to maintain a basic tariff of 10 ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.04.27

Busan Launches Ambitious Regional Tourism Packages Targeting Foreign Visitors: Busan Metropolitan City and the Busan Tourism Organization are set to significantly boost inbound tourism by launching a comprehen ...; ONLINE TEAM 2025.04.27

Kakao's New Targeted Ad Service Sparks Controversy in South Korea's ICT Sector: A new service from South Korea's leading mobile messenger app, KakaoTalk, has become a contentious issue even before its full laun ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.04.27

Spring Blooms on the Sea: Jebu Island Cable Car 'Seohae Rang' Unveils Spring Refresh: Gyeonggi Province, South Korea – The Seohae Rang cable car, the only sea cable car in the Seoul metropolitan area connecting ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.04.27