Korean boys prefer working with US troops
Despite efforts by the military to introduce a better culture, young Korean men still favour the option to work with US troops stationed in the country
South Korea
S. Korea kicks off largest-ever sale fiesta amid pandemic
The annual nationwide shopping event in the latest effort to boost private spending amid the prolonged pandemic.
Korean book exhibition opens in Tokyo
The exhibition shows 78 Korean books to share with Japan, some depicting current social issues Koreans are faced with.
N. Korea demands sanctions relief before discussing end-of-war declaration: NIS
Pyongyang’s preconditions for opening dialogue include the suspension of the joint military exercises, and the partial lifting of the UN sanctions on refined oil, minerals,…
Nobel prize laureate Stiglitz urges regulators to shut down cryptocurrencies
The economist also suggested market transparency and well-designed regulations as prerequisites for the city to become a global financial hub.
Post-retirement poverty threatens Korea’s growth, investment guru says
South Korea is a nation where 4 out of 10 people aged over 65 are estimated to live in relative income poverty.
Waiting for a new leader of South Korea
The country's next presidential election is due to take place in March 2022.
Korea’s Halloween Covid-19 warnings accused of targeting foreigners
Bars, nightclubs and other nightlife spots in Seoul’s party neighborhoods will be watched closely.
Former president Roh given state funeral
Former President Roh Tae-woo will be given a state funeral, the prime minister said, citing his achievements as president.
Moon’s office faces dilemma over state funeral for ex-leader Roh
The country's last general-turned-president was accused of deep involvement in a coup and a bloody crackdown on a pro-democracy uprising.