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Samsung faces tougher foldables competition as Apple enters the market

Samsung Electronics is stepping up its campaign for foldable smartphones as Apple enters the market with its first foldable iPhone, intensifying competition in a segment that has been largely shaped by Samsung and Chinese manufacturers. Apple unveiled the iPhone Duo on Wednesday, introducing a foldable device priced at $1,999. The launch......

Diplomatic immunity shields 49 foreign diplomats from prosecution in South Korea

At least 49 foreign diplomats in South Korea have avoided criminal prosecution over incidents recorded during the past five years, according to official data submitted by the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs to the National Assembly. The figures cover cases reported between 2022 and July 2026 and involve diplomats who were allegedly......

North Korean troops cross inter-Korean border more than 20 times in August

South Korean military officials said Wednesday that North Korean troops crossed the heavily fortified military demarcation line more than 20 times last month, marking a sharp increase in border incidents compared with previous years. The crossings reportedly began in mid-August along the eastern section of the border, where North Korean soldiers......

France-South Korea: A One Billion Euro Partnership to Secure the Future of the Image Industry

France and South Korea aim to strengthen their influence in the global image industry. The two countries have announced a joint financial commitment of one billion euros over five years, intended to support creation and key players in the sector. This initiative comes as cinema and audiovisual sectors face a profound transformation linked......

South Korea’s economy gains momentum as ai investment and exports strengthen

South Korea’s economy continued to show signs of improvement, supported by strong exports and growing investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure, according to the Korea Development Institute’s latest economic assessment. The institute said economic activity was increasingly being driven by industries closely linked to......

South Korea denies report it is considering sending troops to the Strait of Hormuz

South Korea has denied a report suggesting that Seoul is considering deploying military personnel to the Strait of Hormuz, saying that no decision has been made on the details of its potential contribution to regional security. The South Korean presidential office, known as the Blue House, said Thursday that reports about a possible troop......

South Korean president proposes three-point plan for peaceful coexistence with North Korea

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has renewed his call for a permanent peace system on the Korean Peninsula, proposing that the existing armistice with North Korea eventually be replaced by a formal peace treaty based on peaceful coexistence and dialogue. Lee reaffirmed his commitment during a meeting with members of the U.S. branch of......

South Korea: Lee Jae Myung Aims to Create Conditions for Renewed Dialogue Between Washington and Pyongyang

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung is calling for the establishment of necessary conditions for renewed discussions between the United States and North Korea. Seoul also seeks to transform the existing armistice framework in the peninsula into a genuine peace system based on cooperation and prosperity. Seoul Aims to Revive Diplomatic Momentum South......

Morocco – South Korea: An Economic Partnership Set to Scale Up

The rapprochement between Morocco and South Korea is taking on a new dimension. By 2026, the Kingdom is among the seven partners identified by Seoul to engage in new trade discussions, as part of a strategy aimed at diversifying its markets and strengthening the resilience of its supply chains. This dynamic is accompanied by preparatory work......

South Korea: Record Budget of $595 Billion to Accelerate AI and Bridge National Divides

South Korea aims to leverage the power of its budget policy to prepare for the next decade. On Tuesday, the government presented a financial bill of 821 trillion won, approximately $595 billion, for 2027. This unprecedented amount is intended to accompany the country’s technological transformation while addressing several persistent vulnerabilities,......

South Korea attracts more than two million foreign medical tourists in 2025

South Korea welcomed more than two million foreign visitors for medical purposes in 2025, according to government data, highlighting the country's growing appeal as an international destination for healthcare services. The annual report released by the Korea Health Industry Development Institute (KHIDI) estimated that around 2.01 million......

South Korea: Medical Tourism Surpasses 2 Million Foreign Visitors

South Korea confirms its status as a major destination for medical tourism. Over two million foreigners visited the country in 2025 for medical, dental, or surgical care, while spending related to this activity continues to rise, particularly in dermatology and aesthetic surgery. Medicine is becoming a new driver of South Korea's international......

Nepal: Families of Nine Missing South Koreans Urge Helicopter Assistance to Speed Up Search Efforts

More than 48 hours after the sudden flooding that struck a hydroelectric project in Nepal, nine South Korean workers remain missing. Their relatives are calling for urgent aerial intervention as access to the devastated areas complicates rescue operations. A Race Against Time Concern is growing in South Korea. Nine South Korean workers are......

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