The Korea Herald

Hana chief shies away from Woori bidding

Jun 28, 2011

Hana Financial Group chairman Kim Seung-yu on Tuesday downplayed the possibility of the financial company participating in a bidding competition for Woori Financial Group.His remarks came one day ahead of the deadline for submitting letters of intent to financial authorities to attend the takeover bidding for state-run Woori Financial.He told reporters that it would not be easy for the group to pa
Lagarde poised to become next IMF chief

World BusinessJun 28, 2011
International court orders Gadhafi’s arrest

World NewsJun 28, 2011
Brand power key to survival in era of crisis

Special ReportsJun 28, 2011

One night in 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer programming genius Mark Zuckerberg sits down at his computer and heatedly begins working on a new idea. In a fury of blogging and programming, what begins in his dorm room soon becomes a global social network and a revolution in communication. A mere six years and 500 million friends later, Mark Zuckerberg is the youngest billionaire in history ...
IBK targets investment banking

Special ReportsJun 28, 2011

Established in 1961, the Industrial Bank of Korea has continued to focus on supporting small and medium-sized enterprises as a state-controlled lender.In the long-term, the bank is set to prepare to become a comprehensive financial services provider.It has been enhancing its investment banking capability as it seeks to diversify its business portfolio. Customers are seen behind a sign for the Indu
KB Kookmin Wise Card gains growing popularity

Special ReportsJun 28, 2011

KB Kookmin Wise Card has been attracting a growing number of customers thanks to a variety of noteworthy benefits.The number of holders of its latest credit card surpassed 100,000 in the 18 days after its launch on March 2. By June 14, that number had reached 360,000. KB Kookmin Card unveils a new credit card called “Wise Card.” (KB Card)The Wise Card is a first of its kind in the local market, al
Prudential Life of Korea seeks to become ‘trusted insurer’

Special ReportsJun 28, 2011

Prudential of Korea is striving to become the most trusted insurance company.Other companies might want to become the largest or most profitable, but Prudential takes pride in becoming an honest and ethical company that is trusted by many. The headquarters of Prudential Life Insurance in SeoulFounded in 1991, POK set itself apart from other insurance companies by introducing a different type of sa
World-best airline, Singapore Airlines

Special ReportsJun 28, 2011

A Singapore Airlines suite (Singapore Airlines)Singapore Airlines has developed a reputation for being an industry trendsetter by providing premium facilities and services to ensure that customers have unforgettable memories regardless of travel time. Singapore Airlines has received the most industry awards of any airline due to its commitment and innovations. It has world-acclaimed chefs on its “
Imperial 19 Quantum steers innovation

Special ReportsJun 28, 2011

Imperial 19 Quantum, a leading premium whiskey brand by Pernod Ricard Korea, has won a 2011 Korea Herald Best Brand Award.The local unit of the French drinks group launched the 19-year-old whisky in November, seeking to bring change and innovation to the local market.With the name borrowed from physics ― quantum leap ― the “ultra super premium” edition targets “premiumizing” Korean consumers, shif
Oakwood provides total living solution

Special ReportsJun 28, 2011

Oakwood Premier COEX Center Seoul in Samseong-dong, southern Seoul, is the first deluxe furnished serviced residence in the city which combines luxurious hotel services with the spaciousness of a private home. The property offers 280 furnished apartments including studio, one, two, three and four bedroom apartments, ranging in size from 47 square meters to 228 square meters and regal penthouses of
Somerset Palace offers comfortable living space with premier service

Special ReportsJun 28, 2011

Nestled in the heart of Seoul, next to the picturesque Gyeongbok Palace, Somerset Palace Seoul is the ideal spot to start a leisurely stroll to the myriad of restaurants, shopping arcades and entertainment outlets in the Insadong and Jongno area. In fact, everywhere in Seoul is easily accessible from Somerset by hopping on the metro at Anguk, Jonggak or Gwanghwamun stations, which are all less tha
Hyatt Regency Incheon offers newest conference venue

TravelJun 28, 2011

Located just minutes away from Incheon International Airport, Hyatt Regency Incheon forms an integral part of the city’s primary business and leisure destination -- the International Business Centre. With more than 3,300 square meters of flexible conference and meeting facilities, the hotel is an ideal venue for conferences, conventions and corporate or private functions. The hotel has a spacious
Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas aims to boost premium brand image

Special ReportsJun 28, 2011

Located in southern Seoul’s vibrant center for commerce, Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas has a reputation for its top quality facilities and service, and success in hosting the most heads of state during the G20 Seoul Summit 2010. Along with 25 years of experience, the hotel is committed to achieving sustainable growth as a global leading hotel through strengthening its premium brand image. De
Imperial Palace Hotel offers quality service with European inspired atmoresphere

Special ReportsJun 28, 2011

Celebrating its 22nd anniversary this year, Imperial Palace Hotel in southern Seoul aims to be an artistic and cultural space where its visitors can enjoy both convenient, up-to-date IT facilities and high-class services.With more than 400 suites as well as 13 restaurants and bars, it serves as a convenient business hotel in its European inspired, antique and elegant atmosphere.Every suite of the
[William Pesek] Euro crash looks as inevitable as Asia in 1997

ViewpointsJun 28, 2011

Watching Greece slide into chaos from 6,000 miles away is painful. Asia, after all, was the last region to experience what Europe may be about to endure. Asia’s implosion in 1997 toppled leaders, touched off riots, set back living standards a decade or more and tarnished the International Monetary Fund’s reputation. Expect similar developments as Europe’s grand monetary experiment cracks. Asia and