KOREA

Indonesia Races to Become Southeast Asia’s EV Hub

JAKARTA – Indonesia is fast emerging as a key player in the electric vehicle (EV) market, thanks to its strategic investments and ambitious plans to become a regional hub for sustainable mobility. In a significant boost to its EV ambitions, … Continue reading Indonesia Races to Become Southeast Asia’s EV Hub

Korea Independent Film Festival opens in Berlin

BERLIN – Last Friday, the “Korea Independent Film Festival” (October 25 to November 4) was inaugurated for the eighth time at the historic Babylon cinema in Berlin. This year’s festival features 10 Korean films, consisting of 7 feature films and … Continue reading Korea Independent Film Festival opens in Berlin

Berlin: Korea Independent Film Festival starts on October 25th

BERLIN – The “Korea Independent Film Festival” in Berlin will open its doors for 11 days from October 25th to November 4th at the Babylon Art Cinema on Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz in Berlin. This year, the film festival will take place for … Continue reading Berlin: Korea Independent Film Festival starts on October 25th

North Korea officially declares South Korea an enemy

PYONGYANG – In an unprecedented amendment to its constitution, North Korea has declared South Korea its principal enemy. This development marks a dramatic turning point in the already tense relations between the two countries on the Korean Peninsula. The state … Continue reading North Korea officially declares South Korea an enemy

Philippines and South Korea commit to cooperate

MANILA/SEOUL – China has sought to expand its presence in contested areas of the South China Sea for years, brushing aside an international ruling that its claim to most of the waterway has no legal basis. The Philippines and South … Continue reading Philippines and South Korea commit to cooperate

ASEAN: Commitment to Regional Supply Chain Connectivity

VIENTIANE – The 27th ASEAN Plus Three (APT) Summit, held in Vientiane, concluded today with a landmark statement on strengthening regional supply chains, reflecting the member countries’ dedication to bolstering economic ties and collaborative efforts. Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, Secretary-General … Continue reading ASEAN: Commitment to Regional Supply Chain Connectivity

North Korea cuts land connections to South Korea

SEOUL – The North Korean regime, led by Kim Jong-un, has announced a further escalation of its country’s isolation. The state news agency KCNA reported that all road and rail connections to the southern neighbor South Korea are to be … Continue reading North Korea cuts land connections to South Korea

Samsung Sparks a Revolution in Battery Technology

SEOUL – In a groundbreaking development that promises to redefine the landscape of wearable technology, Samsung Electro-Mechanics has announced a significant breakthrough in battery technology. The company’s latest innovation, an oxide-based solid-state battery, is poised to set a new standard … Continue reading Samsung Sparks a Revolution in Battery Technology

Berlin: Korea Week with K-Pop Band VeriVery

BERLIN – Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the Korean Cultural Center, led by Envoy-Counselor Sangkeun Yang, presented its KOR3A WEEK 2024 from September 18 to 20 at Berlin’s renowned Kulturbrauerei in Prenzlauer Berg. Over three days, a wide spectrum of Korean … Continue reading Berlin: Korea Week with K-Pop Band VeriVery

Business Model Competition for Sustainable Future

SEOUL – The 5th KOREA-ASEAN Business Model Competition for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2024 is now open for entries, inviting innovative entrepreneurs from Korea and ASEAN countries to present their business models that contribute to a sustainable future. This prestigious … Continue reading Business Model Competition for Sustainable Future