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Seoul: Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol on Wednesday underscored South Korea’s dedication to maintaining an active dialogue with the United States as part of a US$350 billion investment initiative arising from comprehensive bilateral tariff negotiations.
According to Yonhap News Agency, Koo’s comments come amid pressure from Washington over several unresolved trade issues following South Korea’s agreement last year to invest in the U.S. This agreement facilitated a reduction in the U.S. tariff rate on…
SK Hynix Announces 40 Trillion Won Share Buyback to Enhance Shareholder Value
Seoul: SK hynix Inc. has unveiled a significant move to bolster shareholder value through a massive share buyback initiative. The South Korean technology giant announced on Wednesday its plan to repurchase 24.07 million common shares, valued at 40 tri…
Seoul Shares Plummet Nearly 6 Percent Amid Tech Sell-Off and Rising Yields
Seoul: Seoul shares dipped nearly 6 percent Wednesday, led by steep losses in chipmakers, as rising oil prices and global bond yields dampened investor sentiment. The Korean won rose against the U.S. dollar.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the benc…
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South Korea’s Weather Forecast for Sunday: Sunshine Dominates with Scattered Showers Expected in Select Cities
Seoul: South Korea’s 12 major cities are set to experience primarily sunny weather on Sunday, with temperatures reaching highs of 33°C in Seoul and lows of 24°C in Daejeon. However, a few cities may encounter scattered showers.
According to Yonhap Ne…
No Signs of Imminent North Korean Troop Deployment to Russia Detected: South Korean Military
Seoul: No signs have been detected of any imminent dispatch of additional North Korean troops to Russia, a lawmaker said Sunday, citing a report from the South Korean military. North Korea, however, is believed to continue making preparations for a po…
Nuclear Power Plants Unaffected by Earthquake Off Southwest Coast: Authorities
Seoul: All nuclear power plants in South Korea are operating normally without being affected by a magnitude 3.1 earthquake that struck off the southwestern coast Sunday, authorities said.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the quake was detected 21 k…
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Sunny Skies and Rain Expected Across South Korea’s Major Cities
Seoul: South Korea’s weather forecast for Tuesday indicates a mix of sunny skies and rain across its 12 major cities. According to Yonhap News Agency, Seoul is expected to experience sunny conditions with temperatures ranging from a high of 32°C to a …
South Korea Ramps Up COVID-19 Treatment Supplies Amid Summer Case Surge
Seoul – South Korean health authorities announced on Friday their plan to provide treatments for 260,000 COVID-19 patients in response to a recent surge in infections attributed to a summer wave of the virus.
According to Yonhap News Agency, a senio…
YouTuber and Doctor Charged with Murder in Late-Term Abortion Case
SEOUL — A YouTuber and a hospital director have been charged with murder following the release of a video that claims to document a 36-week abortion, sparking a significant legal and ethical controversy. The case has drawn intense scrutiny from both t…
Korean Air Flight Delayed in Tokyo Due to Captain’s Health Issue
TOKYO—A Korean Air flight from Tokyo to Incheon was delayed by over four hours on Wednesday after the captain experienced health issues, Korean Air Co. officials reported. The incident led to significant adjustments in the flight’s operations, impacti…
Medical Professors to Boycott Junior Doctor Training in Protest of Government Policies
SEOUL – A group of medical professors from the Catholic University of Korea has declared a boycott of training programs for junior doctors, escalating a standoff with the government over its handling of striking trainees and planned increases in medic…