Korea seeks economic normalization next year via tourism boosting, new tech
65 technologies from chip, battery and vaccine sectors to be developed as national strategy in 2022.
South Korea
Chefs give thumbs-up to ‘small, but tasty’ Korean chicken
Korean-style fried chicken has made a name for itself in the global food scene with its crisp texture and various seasoning sauces.
Korean food companies go vegan to target meat-alternative market
As of this year, there is an estimated population of some 2.5 million vegans and vegetarians in Korea.
Omicron, a Covid-19 pandemic silver lining?
Omicron is by far the most heavily mutated variant of Covid-19 to date.
S. Korea’s critical Covid-19 cases hit fresh high
The government’s reintroduction of social distancing rules and dining curfews kicked in, and will run through Jan 2.
How much to pay for green spaces?
In Seoul’s affluent neighborhood of Hannam-dong, a bleak and desolate 28,197-square-meter plot of land lies barren and untouched.
The pandemic effect: More Koreans obese
More than half of South Koreans in their 30s and 40s were found to be obese last year.
South Korea’s student Covid-19 vaccine pass mandate may be adjusted
More than 50 percent of youths between age of 12 and 17 have received first dose of Covid-19 vaccine.
Korea, Australia adopt joint statement on South China Sea
The joint statement said the two leaders underscored that disputes must be resolved peacefully and in accordance with international law.
Korea to push for entry to 11-member CPTPP
Korea’s willingness toward the pact came three months after China submitted an application to accede to the CPTPP.