English/Policy Issues in Korea (25) 썸네일형 리스트형 January 27 Declared as a Temporary Holiday: Your Complete Guide to South Korea’s 2025 Public Holidays The upcoming Lunar New Year is set to be more than just a festive occasion in South Korea. Acting President Choi Sang-mok announced during the second Cabinet meeting on January 14 that January 27 (Monday) would be declared a temporary holiday. This decision is part of the government’s initiative to stimulate the domestic economy and provide citizens with much-needed rest and revitalization.What .. Fake News and Misrepresentation in South Korea’s Political Climate: A Chinese New Year Celebration Mistaken for Protests Against Yoon Suk Yeol's Impeachment In South Korea’s politically charged atmosphere, fake news has been rampant. One of the most startling examples recently involved a Chinese New Year celebration that was misrepresented as a large-scale protest against the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol. The video, which has garnered nearly 5 million views, highlights how misinformation can distort reality and influence public perception... Controversy Surrounding South Korea's Presidential Security: Attorney Yoon Gap-geun’s Remarks and Implications Presidential Security Under Scrutiny in South KoreaA recent controversy in South Korea has emerged involving Yoon Gap-geun, legal counsel for President Yoon Suk Yeol, and his remarks during a gathering with Presidential Security Service (PSS) personnel at the presidential residence. Yoon reportedly told security officers that "the president's fate is the nation's fate" and asserted that PSS pers.. "Black Ice" Causes Major Accident: 105-Vehicle Pileup in Goyang January 14, 2025: Massive 105-Vehicle Pileup in GoyangEarly this morning, a devastating series of accidents occurred on Jayuro and the Seoul-Munsan Expressway in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, involving a total of 105 vehicles and injuring 16 people. Authorities identified “black ice,” a hazardous road icing phenomenon, as the primary cause of the accidents.The accidents were divided into three majo.. Transforming South Korea's Future: Public Housing and Transportation Innovations by MOLIT South Korea's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport (MOLIT) has unveiled its 2025 agenda, promising monumental changes to the nation's housing, transportation, and infrastructure sectors. This comprehensive plan aims to enhance the quality of life for citizens while tackling safety, housing affordability, and regional economic growth.1. Record-Breaking Public Housing SupplyMOLIT has co.. The Global Rise of K-Food: Breaking Records with Ramen and Rice-Based Products In 2023, K-Food+ exports from South Korea reached an all-time high of $13 billion, comprising $9.98 billion in agri-food exports and $3.05 billion in agricultural-related industries. Led by iconic products like ramen, rice-based goods, and kimchi, South Korea continues to strengthen its position as a global powerhouse in agricultural exports.1. Ramen: A Global SensationRamen exports surged to an.. Digital Foreigner Registration Card Launched: A New Era for Expats in South Korea Starting January 10, 2025, South Korea will introduce a digital foreigner registration card (mobile foreigner registration card), marking a significant step toward digital innovation and inclusivity for foreign residents. This new system will provide the same legal validity as the physical foreigner registration card, streamlining administrative processes and enhancing convenience for registered.. Korea’s Oyster Industry Sets Sights on Global Leadership: From Aquaculture Innovation to Record Exports South Korea is charting a bold path to make oysters its next signature export product, following the global success of Korean seaweed (gim). With plans to establish specialized oyster aquaculture harbors and production hubs, the government aims to double oyster exports to $160 million by 2030, targeting the European market with premium shell-on oysters and value-added processed products.1. Korea.. 이전 1 2 3 4 다음
