Chinese traveling overseas to reach 228 million annually
SEOUL – The number of Chinese citizens traveling overseas is projected to reach 228 million annually by 2030, compared to 170 million in 2019, according to a new report titled ‘China Outbound Tourism Handbook 2023: 88 Practical Ways to Prepare … Continue reading Chinese traveling overseas to reach 228 million annually
U.S. allows Samsung limited panel supply to Huawei
SEOUL – Samsung Electronics’ display unit has received licenses from U.S. authorities to continue supplying certain display panel products to Huawei Technologies [HWT.UL], a source familiar with the matter told Reuters on Tuesday. With U.S.-China ties at their worst in … Continue reading U.S. allows Samsung limited panel supply to Huawei
Delta waives cancellation fees for South Korea flights
Atlanta – U.S. airlines on Monday said they would waive cancellation and change fees for travelers booked to South Korea as the coronavirus spreads beyond China, prompting a warning from government officials about travel there. Earlier on Monday, the U.S. … Continue reading Delta waives cancellation fees for South Korea flights
LG Display’s struggle against Chinese rivals
Seoul – Unable to compete with the glut of cheaper Chinese LCD panels, LG Display has replaced its chief executive and is looking to cut jobs. Early this week, the South Korean company held an emergency board meeting to accept … Continue reading LG Display’s struggle against Chinese rivals
Samsung: Phone water resistance questioned
Canberra – The ACCC has instituted proceedings in the Federal Court against Samsung Electronics Australia Pty Ltd (Samsung) alleging it made false, misleading and deceptive representations in advertising the water resistance of various ‘Galaxy’ branded mobile phones. Since around February … Continue reading Samsung: Phone water resistance questioned
Vietnam welcomes second Trump-Kim summit
Hanoi – Hanoi welcomes the second U.S. – North Korea summit, planned to take place in Vietnam by this month-end, the spokesperson of the Vietnamese foreign ministry said on Wednesday. In his State of the Union address on Tuesday night, … Continue reading Vietnam welcomes second Trump-Kim summit
CES: Hyundai’s walking car concept unveiled
Las Vegas – The South Korean motor company showcased a car that can climb up to five feet, keep its passengers completely and reach highway speeds at CES 2019. The concept car can activate robotic legs to walk at 3mph … Continue reading CES: Hyundai’s walking car concept unveiled
US in discussion with North Korea
Washington – US President Donald Trump confirmed Sunday talks for the location of a second summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un are underway, after the two said last week they are ready to meet to further discuss Pyongyang’s denuclearization. … Continue reading US in discussion with North Korea
Seoul to Exhibit Independently at IT&CMA 2018
Bangkok – STO’s renewed purpose and focus on the Asia-Pacific market and the Seoul MICE industry will see the destination exhibit independently from the Korea contingent this IT&CMA 2018. The now fully government-funded foundation’s mission has expanded from not only … Continue reading Seoul to Exhibit Independently at IT&CMA 2018
ASEAN, Republic of Korea strengthen partnership
Seoul – Senior Officials of ASEAN and the Republic of Korea (ROK) participating in the 22nd ASEAN-ROK Dialogue on 21 June in Seoul reaffirmed the importance of the ASEAN-ROK Strategic Partnership and renewed commitment to forge closer ties. The senior … Continue reading ASEAN, Republic of Korea strengthen partnership