Ieodo – a submerged rock above the South Korean island of Jeju – is a point of dispute between Seoul and Beijing, each of whom have included it in their air defence zones. China on Wednesday confirmed …
String of celebrity scandals renews debate on South Korea’s ‘cancel culture’
In a matter of days, three big names in South Korea’s entertainment industry have made headlines in separate scandals …
South Korea signs deal to supply tanks, armored vehicles to Peru
SEOUL, Dec 10 (Reuters) – South Korea has signed a deal to supply military equipment to the Peruvian army, South Korea’s presidential office said on Wednesday. Under the framework agreement between …
2025 Sees Double-digit Increase in Tourists’ Spending via Alipay+ in South Korea as Travellers Seek More Local Experiences
Alipay+, Ant International’s global wallet gateway services, revealed an 18% increase in Alipay+-supported QR code payment transactions, with total payment volume (TPV) growing 16% year-on-year in …
South Korea 2026 World Cup tickets and complete match schedule
The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins in June and South Korea’s opponents have finally been revealed. By securing its bid as AFC third round Group Bwinners, South Korea is back in the World Cup after last …
Syrian–Korean Business Forum enhances cooperation- Ambassador
Ambassador of South Korea to Lebanon, Gyusuk Geon, affirmed that the first Syrian–Korean Business Forum held in Damascus was an …
SoftBank’s Arm plans to set up chip training facility in South Korea
South Korea’s industry ministry and SoftBank’s chip unit, Arm Holdings, have signed an agreement to strengthen the country’s semiconductor and Artificial Intelligence sectors, a presidential policy …
Analysis – South Korea’s nuclear submarine gamble raises prospect of underwater arms race in Asia
By Ju-min Park, Trevor Hunnicutt and Tim Kelly SEOUL/WASHINGTON/TOKYO, Dec 5 (Reuters) – South Korea’s pursuit of nuclear-powered submarines is gaining traction following President Donald Trump’s …
Trump’s South Korea tariff cuts are major boost for Hyundai and GM
The Trump administration said the tariff rate for vehicles from South Korea will drop to 15% as part of a trade deal.
South Korea marks 1 year since failed martial law attempt
Thousands of South Koreans rallied outside the National Assembly on Wednesday, marking one year since former President Yoon Suk-yeol declared martial law.