South Korea

Society ноябрь 13, 2026

More than 2,000 South Korean post offices to serve as cold-weather shelters

More than 2,000 post offices across South Korea will serve as shelters from extreme cold during the winter response period. The Ministry of the Interior and Safety and the Korea Post signed an agreement to make the facilities available.

Economy ноябрь 12, 2026

Turkmenistan president meets Daewoo chief

Turkmenistan President Serdar Berdimuhamedov met Jong Won-jun, chairman of the board of South Korean company Daewoo Engineering & Construction Co., Ltd. They discussed the company’s work in Turkmenistan and bilateral economic cooperation.

Society ноябрь 10, 2026

Korean grant could aid 28 million Filipinos

About 28 million underserved Filipinos could benefit from better diagnostic and treatment services under a proposed South Korean grant. The project would expand tuberculosis testing and add influenza surveillance to laboratory operations.

Politics ноябрь 9, 2026

UK-Korea military information treaty presented

The UK and the Republic of Korea have an agreement on protecting classified military information. The treaty was presented to the UK Parliament in November 2026.

Defense ноябрь 8, 2026

South Korea renovates two veterans’ homes

Two Korean War veterans in Ethiopia have received renovated homes, with the work coordinated by the South Korean Army. South Korean officials said medical and living support for veterans, as well as free education opportunities for their grandchildren, would continue.

Defense ноябрь 7, 2026

South Korea selects S-92A+ helicopter

Sikorsky has been selected to deliver the S-92A+ to the Republic of Korea Air Force for its Presidential Helicopter II program. The contract also covers special mission equipment, spare parts and sustainment support.

Sport ноябрь 6, 2026

Shymkent archers medal at world championships

Athletes from Shymkent won five medals at the first-ever world championships in traditional archery, held in Ulsan, South Korea.

Sport ноябрь 5, 2026

Shymkent archers win five medals

Archers from Shymkent won five medals at the first world championship in traditional archery, held in Ulsan, South Korea. Zhanibek Kulmyrzayev earned bronze in the individual Puta event.

World ноябрь 3, 2026

South Korea to train Peruvian archivists

South Korea has invited seven employees of Peru’s National Archive for training in digital records management. The program concludes a three-year initiative launched in 2024.

Economy ноябрь 2, 2026

South Korea festival offers discounts up to 50%

South Korea’s government has launched the second Korea Grand Festival. Discounts of up to 50% apply to cars, home appliances, Korean beef and seafood.

Politics ноябрь 2, 2026

Erdoğan heads to South Korea

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has departed for Seoul at the invitation of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung. Their talks will cover the strategic partnership and current regional and global issues.

World ноябрь 2, 2026

South Korea launches youth reporting period

South Korea’s National Police Agency is holding a voluntary reporting period for teenagers in cases involving cyber gambling and drugs.

Society ноябрь 1, 2026

South Korea offers overseas licence renewals

South Korea’s National Police Agency has launched a service allowing applicants to renew a Class 1 general driving licence and apply for an international driving permit through diplomatic missions abroad.

Incidents ноябрь 1, 2026

South Korea targets illegal private lending

South Korea’s National Police Agency has launched a nationwide special inspection targeting illegal private financing. It is also holding a special period for voluntary surrender and reporting.

World ноябрь 1, 2026

Kongsberg to supply Poland with RS4 systems

Kongsberg will supply PROTECTOR RS4 remote weapon stations to the Polish Armed Forces under the K2 programme. The contract covers three variants of the K2 platform.

Culture октябрь 29, 2026

Kazakhfilm Holds Talks in Busan

Kazakhfilm held talks with international partners at the film market in Busan. The announcement gave no further details about the meetings.

Politics октябрь 27, 2026

South Korea, Japan urged to boost youth exchanges

South Korea’s foreign minister urged business groups from both countries to play an active role in expanding youth exchanges with Japan. The 33rd Korea-Japan Business Conference is scheduled for October 23.

Culture октябрь 26, 2026

NUMORI and Saz&Soul perform in Astana

South Korean group NUMORI and Kazakh vocal and instrumental ensemble Saz&Soul performed together in Astana. Their programme featured traditional music from both countries alongside contemporary musical styles.

Politics октябрь 26, 2026

Pakistan’s top judges to visit four countries

Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari, on the prime minister’s advice, approved overseas visits by the country’s Supreme Court and Federal Constitutional Court chiefs. The latter will attend a conference in Azerbaijan.

World октябрь 26, 2026

South Korea prepares for Typhoon Champi

South Korea’s Ministry of the Interior and Safety held a meeting on preparations for heavy rain and strong winds associated with Typhoon No. 30, Champi.