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
South Korean concerned about the spread of the virus
SEOUL – Police manned checkpoints in quarantined towns, guests were confined to their rooms in a hotel in the Canary Islands, governments issued travel warnings and more flights were suspended Tuesday as officials desperately sought to stop the seemingly inevitable … Continue reading South Korean concerned about the spread of the virus
China: Samsung to shut down last smartphone plant
Seoul – Samsung Electronics will shut down its last remaining mobile phone factory in China at the end of this month, marking the South Korean manufacturer’s exit from the increasingly competitive Chinese market. (Nikkei)
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
China: Xi urges Trump to ease North Korea sanctions
Beijing/Washington – Chinese President Xi Jinping urged U.S. President Donald Trump last month to show flexibility in dealings with North Korea and ease sanctions on the country “in due course,” China’s Foreign Ministry said on Friday. A senior U.S. official … Continue reading China: Xi urges Trump to ease North Korea sanctions
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
South Korea to review inviting Kim Jong Un to ASEAN summit
Seoul – South Korea’s presidential Blue House said Monday that it will consider inviting Kim Jong Un, leader of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), to the South Korea-ASEAN summit later this year. Senior Blue House press secretary Yoon … Continue reading South Korea to review inviting Kim Jong Un to ASEAN 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
S. Korea, DPRK hold road connection ceremony
Seoul — About 100 South Korean passengers boarded a train early Wednesday in Seoul station for a rare trip to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK). They were given souvenir tickets with a message saying “Thank you for joining … Continue reading S. Korea, DPRK hold road connection ceremony