Top diplomats of S. Korea, G7 members voice concerns over NK troop deployment to Russia

The top diplomats of South Korea, Canada, France, and Italy have voiced concerns over the threat posed by North Korea's troop deployment to Russia in its war with Ukraine, pledging to work together for a concerted response, Seoul's foreign ministry said Wednesday. South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul and his counterparts from Canada, France, and Italy raised the issue during separate talks held on the sidelines of the Group of Seven (G7) foreign ministers' meeting in Fiuggi,

Foreign AffairsNov. 27, 2024

Govt. pledges support for semiconductor industry amid Trump concerns

South Korea unveiled a comprehensive package of support measures for the semiconductor industry Wednesday, with its top economic policymaker highlighting "growing headwinds" amid concerns over potential shifts in US trade policy under the incoming Donald Trump administration and intensifying competition from Chinese rivals. "The next six months will be the 'golden time' that will decide the fate of our industries," Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok said during a meetin

PoliticsNov. 27, 2024

Diva Lee Eun-mi to 'Move On' with nationwide tour

Singer Lee Eun-mi is set to celebrate her 35th debut anniversary with a nationwide tour concert titled “Move On,” offering audiences a meaningful stage that bridges her past and present. Her timeless music, which has captivated listeners for decades, will be reimagined with fresh sensibilities and emotional depth in this series of performances. Affectionately called the "Barefoot Diva" -- the ballad singer is known for singing barefoot on stage -- Lee is known for her soulf

PerformanceNov. 27, 2024

Court denies arrest warrant for ex-Woori Financial chief in loan scandal

A court has rejected an arrest warrant for Sohn Tae-seung, former chairperson of Woori Financial Group, over suspicions of extending inappropriate loans to his relatives, judicial officials said Wednesday. The Seoul Southern District Court made the decision Tuesday night, citing the need to guarantee Sohn's right to defense over alleged complicity. The court stated that it is difficult to conclude there is a risk of evidence destruction or flight simply because some of Sohn's statement

Social AffairsNov. 27, 2024

[영어답게 표현하기] 유용한 비즈니스 영어 표현들

이번 회에는 저희 책 Advanced Vocab에서 소개한 중상급 영단어들을 알려드립니다. 단어의 우리말 뜻을 기억하는 데에 그치지 않고, 난이도 있는 단어를 실제로 활용하는 단계까지 나아가 보기 바랍니다. 방해, 저지 1. stymie [stáimi] 방해하다 원래 골프에서 상대방의 공이 홀을 가리고 있는 상태를 말한다. 의미가 확대되어 ‘방해하다’, ‘막다’라는 뜻을 지닌다. By stacking sandbags into a barricade, I was able to stymie the flood waters and save my home. 모래주머니를 쌓아 바리케이드를 만들어 물이 들어오는 것을 막고 우리 집을 지킬 수 있었다. ● 기업이 사용한 수십 억 달러의 로비 자금이 대통령의 개혁 법안을 방해하는 데 일조했다. Billions of corporate lobbying dollars ha

English EyeNov. 27, 2024

Yoon expected to meet Ukraine's special envoy as early as Wednesday: sources

President Yoon Suk Yeol is expected to hold a meeting with a Ukrainian delegation led by Defense Minister Rustem Umerov as early as Wednesday, sources close to the matter said. The Ukrainian delegation, which arrived in South Korea on Wednesday, is also expected to meet with Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun as early as later in the day, according to the sources. During the meetings, Umerov is anticipated to share intelligence on North Korea's troop deployment to Russia and seek South Korea�

Foreign AffairsNov. 27, 2024

Heavy snow alerts issued in greater Seoul area, Gangwon Province; over 20 cm of snow seen in Seoul

More than 20 centimeters of snow blanketed parts of the capital city overnight, prompting heavy snow alerts in the greater Seoul area and Gangwon Province, the state weather agency said Wednesday. A heavy snow warning was issued in parts of northeastern Seoul, including Nowon, Seongbuk, and Dobong districts, shortly after the city experienced its first snow of the season, according to the Korea Meteorological Administration and the Seoul metropolitan government. An advisory is issued when snowfa

Social AffairsNov. 27, 2024

Kim Min-jae scores for Bayern in Champions League win over Lee Kang-in's PSG

In a first UEFA Champions League showdown between South Korean players in 13 years, Kim Min-jae of Bayern Munich scored his first continental goal against Paris Saint-Germain, featuring countryman Lee Kang-in. The rare goal by the South Korean center back proved decisive as Bayern defeated PSG 1-0 at Allianz Arena in Munich on Tuesday during the league phase of the top European club competition. With their second victory of the competition, Bayern improved to six points, ranking 19th among 36 co

SoccerNov. 27, 2024

Trump team considers 'direct talks' with N. Korea's Kim: report

President-elect Donald Trump's team is considering "pursuing direct talks" with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un in hopes of reducing the risks of armed conflict, Reuters has reported. Citing two sources, Reuters reported Tuesday that "several" members of Trump's team see "a direct approach" from the president-elect as most likely to break the ice with Kim. It said that the policy discussions are "fluid" and Trump has not yet made a final decision

Foreign AffairsNov. 27, 2024

Seoul shares open lower on tech slump

South Korean stocks opened lower Wednesday, led by chipmakers, amid uncertainties surrounding the US semiconductor policy under the new Donald Trump administration. The benchmark Kospi fell 6.59 points, or 0.26 percent, to 2,513.77 in the first 15 minutes of trading. Overnight, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.28 percent to a new record, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq composite added 0.63 percent. The S&P 500 increased 0.57 percent to a fresh high. Market players worry that the incoming Tr

MarketNov. 27, 2024

Why cynical, 'memeified' makeovers of kids' characters are so appealing

Disturbing to kids but amusing to older fans, cherished childhood characters have been reimagined online, far removed from their original innocent portrayals. Elsa from "Frozen" transforms into a drunkard, slurring to her sister Anna that she plans to drink more. Mickey Mouse turns out to be a bald human, hiding a receding hairline beneath a detachable wig with mouse ears. And, Winnie the Pooh, no longer the cute teddy bear, has become a weary drive-thru worker at McDonald's, sl

Hashtag KoreaNov. 27, 2024

[Kim Seong-kon] Why Spain, now?: 'A furnace of different cultures'

As a professor, translator and self-appointed cultural ambassador, I have traveled to many countries in my life. One of the best places I have ever visited is Malaga in Spain. Thanks to the generous invitation of Vice Chancellor Victor Munoz and Professor Antonio Domenech, I had a chance to be affiliated with the University of Malaga as a visiting professor for a semester. Thanks to the warm hospitality of Gonzalo Ortiz, the former Spanish Ambassador to South Korea, I also had a chance to visit

ViewpointsNov. 27, 2024

[Catherine Thorbecke] Hanoi follows Beijing in cyber rules

Vietnam has positioned itself in recent years as an attractive destination for Big Tech companies looking to move away from China. But Hanoi’s policies regarding social media have increasingly been following Beijing’s lead. The Southeast Asian nation is now ramping up already tight controls over online platforms with new rules that will require companies to verify the identities of users and share this information with authorities when asked. If these sorts of digital regulations sou

ViewpointsNov. 27, 2024

Top diplomats of S. Korea, Japan agree to continue cooperation despite Sado mine row

The top diplomats of South Korea and Japan agreed Tuesday to keep the momentum alive for bilateral cooperation, despite discord over a memorial event for Korean victims of Japan's wartime forced labor, Seoul's foreign ministry said. Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul and Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya shared the understanding during their "pull-aside" meeting that took place in Italy on the sidelines of the foreign ministers' gathering of the Group of Seven advanced n

Foreign AffairsNov. 26, 2024

[India Forum] Herald joins hands with India's FISME to empower SMEs

NEW DELHI -- Herald Media Group has inked an agreement with India's largest organization of micro, small and medium enterprises to promote the exchange and cooperation of Indian and Korean SMEs. Herald Media Group CEO Choi Jin-young and Sandeep Kishore Jain, the president of the Federation of Indian Micro and Small & Medium Enterprises, signed a memorandum of understanding during a business roundtable at Yashobhoomi, a convention and exhibition center in Dwarka, Delhi, on Friday. The

EconomyNov. 26, 2024

NK leader's sister again denounces 'political agitation' leaflets from South

The powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un on Tuesday denounced "political agitation" leaflets, accusing South Korea of sending them across the border. "Various kinds of political agitation leaflets and dirty things sent by the ROK scum were dropped again in different areas near the southern border of the DPRK" on Tuesday, the North's Korean Central News Agency quoted Kim Yo-jong as saying in a statement. ROK stands for the Republic of Korea, the official n

North KoreaNov. 26, 2024

Legal principle expert recommended as Supreme Court justice

The Supreme Court chief on Tuesday recommended a senior judge from the Seoul High Court, known for his expertise in legal principles, as a new justice for the top court. Supreme Court Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae recommended Ma Yong-joo to President Yoon Suk Yeol as a new Supreme Court justice to replace Kim Sang-hwan, who is scheduled to retire on Dec. 27. Once Yoon submits a motion seeking the National Assembly's approval for Ma's appointment, the Assembly will hold a confirmation heari

PoliticsNov. 26, 2024

Top security officials of S. Korea, Lithuania discuss N.K.-Russia military cooperation

National Security Adviser Shin Won-sik met with his Lithuanian counterpart, Kestutis Budrys, on Tuesday and discussed coordinated responses against the military cooperation between North Korea and Russia, the presidential office said. The top security officials agreed that North Korea's deployment of troops to Russia in support of its war against Ukraine poses a grave threat to global security, with implications reaching beyond the Korean Peninsula and Europe, the office said in a release.

Foreign AffairsNov. 26, 2024

[India Forum] KoINDEX offers glimpse into Korea's commitment to India

NEW DELHI -- Indian employees at Korean conglomerates, including LG Electronics, Hyundai Motors and Orion, enthusiastically showcased their new technology and latest products at an industrial exhibition commemorating the 51st anniversary of diplomatic ties between Korea and India. KoINDEX, with G-FAIR 2024, gathered more than 600 exhibitors with over 3,000 booths from India and Korea to create new business opportunities at the Yashobhoomi convention center in Delhi, India, from Nov. 21-23. LG El

EconomyNov. 26, 2024