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
North Korea opens its gates: tourism starting December
PYONGYANG – After nearly five years of isolation, North Korea announces a significant shift in its tourism sector. Starting from December this year, the country’s borders will reopen to international visitors, beginning with the city of Samjiyon. This announcement follows … Continue reading North Korea opens its gates: tourism starting December
Severe turbulence on Korean Air flight: 14 injured
SEOUL – Korean Air flight KE197 from Seoul to Ulaanbaatar was hit by severe turbulence last Sunday, resulting in injuries to 10 passengers and four crew members. The incident occurred about an hour after takeoff from Incheon International Airport as the … Continue reading Severe turbulence on Korean Air flight: 14 injured
South Korea confused with Communist neighbor
PARIS – The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris have been the subject of numerous scandals and controversies from the start – from the bizarre drag queen performance at the opening ceremony to the lack of adequate food with enough protein … Continue reading South Korea confused with Communist neighbor
NASA Strengthens Ties with Japan and Korea
WASHINGTON / TOKYO / SEOUL – NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy is currently visiting Japan and the Republic of Korea to underscore the critical role of international cooperation in advancing space exploration and technology development. During her week-long visit to … Continue reading NASA Strengthens Ties with Japan and Korea
LAO: ASEAN and Korea Strengthen Economic Ties
VIENTIANE – The Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for Economic Community, Satvinder Singh, attended the 40th SEOM-ROK Consultation in Vientiane, Lao PDR. The meeting focused on the implementation and potential upgrade of the ASEAN-Korea Free Trade Area (AKFTA), highlighting the ongoing … Continue reading LAO: ASEAN and Korea Strengthen Economic Ties
Trilateral summit: Japan, South Korea & China meet
SEOUL — China’s premier agreed today to revive three-way cooperation with South Korea and Japan in the face of shared challenges but issued a veiled rebuke against the two countries’ expanding security cooperation with the United States. Chinese Premier Li … Continue reading Trilateral summit: Japan, South Korea & China meet
Samsung: Sales stop for all Galaxy phones?
SEOUL/MUNICH – The Chinese company Datang has comprehensively won against Samsung in the first instance before the Landgericht München I (Munich Regional Court). The legal dispute revolves around a critical patent related to the 4G/LTE mobile communication standard. Here are … Continue reading Samsung: Sales stop for all Galaxy phones?
Electric vehicles: New sodium battery from Korea
DAEJEON – Electromobility has achieved a decisive breakthrough: Korean researchers have developed groundbreaking technology that could revolutionize the charging of electric vehicles. The new cell chemistry was developed by the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), one of the … Continue reading Electric vehicles: New sodium battery from Korea
Smartphone Sales: Samsung leading again
BRUSSELS – The past year has been an exciting chapter for the smartphone industry. The sales figures of major manufacturers reflect both gains and losses. Here are the key developments: Apple: A Decline After a Strong Year In 2023, Apple … Continue reading Smartphone Sales: Samsung leading again