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Prominent pro-democracy, labor activist Chang Ki-pyo dies at 78
North Korea sends more trash balloons toward South Korea
US to propose ban on Chinese car software
Third-seeded Haddad Maia wins Korea Open tennis title
Qatar Pavilion at Gwangju Biennale brings solidarity through rain
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Evicted guest burns down inn; 3 killed
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Eximbank joins hands with Czech state funds
Quad leaders slam North Korean missile threats, reaffirm goal of denuclearization
Samsung, SK hynix market caps plummet W117tr amid semiconductor uncertainty
1 in 5 households to have breadwinner over 80 in 30 years
[Herald Interview] US election may unleash growth for Korea: Laffer
New Fifty Fifty off to strong start
[Photo news] LG Uplus' Gangnam pop-up unveils iPhone 16
Yoon's Prague visit sets stage for W24tr nuclear power plant deal
[Herald Interview] Kentaro Sakaguchi says cultural differences shape 'What Comes After Love'
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Hyundai Motor chief visits Czech plant to boost EV offerings in Europe
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[Contribution] Spain celebrates 40th anniversary of constitution
Diplomatic Circuit
Dec 10, 2018
By Spanish Ambassador to Korea Juan Ignacio Morro The people of Spain recently celebrated the 40th anniversary of the Spanish constitution that was approved in a national referendum and ratified on Dec. 6, 1978. Since the historic day, the supreme law has united all Spanish citizens, and launched Spain’s journey as an open, modern and inclusive country.Over the last four decades, Spain has established itself as a democratic state based on the rule of law. We have deeply committed ourselves to th
Korea, India to hold talks on upgrading trade pact
Economy
Dec 10, 2018
South Korea and India will hold negotiations to upgrade their existing bilateral trade pact to lower barriers between the two nations, the government here said Monday.The two nations implemented the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement in January 2010 and have held six rounds of talks to push for further market liberalization. The seventh round of CEPA talks will be held in Seoul on Tuesday and Wednesday to discuss ways to further open up the goods and services market and ease coun
[Contribution] World’s peaceful tomorrow hinges on mindful cooperation
Diplomatic Circuit
Dec 10, 2018
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu (AP/Yonhap)By Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu Istanbul recently hosted two separate, but interrelated and imperative, conferences on conflict mediation. The Second Organization for Islamic Cooperation Member States’ Conference on Mediation on Nov. 29 analyzed the geography of conflict and our capacity for mediation as key regional stakeholders. The Fifth Istanbul Mediation Conference on Nov. 30 discussed the connections between sustainable deve
Wage gap between large, small firms widens to 1.7 fold in 2014: report
Economy
Dec 10, 2018
The wage gap between workers in large companies and small and medium-sized enterprises widened in 2014 amid a deepening polarization of the labor market, a report said Monday.According to the report published by the Bank of Korea, large businesses -- those with 300 or more workers -- paid wages 1.7 times greater than those paid to employees at smaller firms in 2014, widening from a 1.1-fold gap tallied in 1980. The large firms put a 46.1 percent wage premium on their highly-educated, skilled emp
Korea's economy showing signs of gradual slowdown: KDI
Economy
Dec 10, 2018
South Korea's economy is showing signs of a gradual slowdown with export growth cooling amid sluggish private consumption, a state-run think tank said Monday. "The growth pace of exports slowed and domestic demand remained weak, implying that overall economic activity appeared to be gradually slowing," the Korea Development Institute said in its monthly evaluation of the country's economic conditions.Exports in November appeared to lose some steam, mainly due to weaker global demand fo
Korea Grand Sale to offer promotions, events for foreign visitors
Travel
Dec 10, 2018
The Visit Korea Committee on Monday announced benefits and promotions for foreign tourists visiting Korea from Jan. 17 through Feb. 28, during the annual Korea Grand Sale.Under a theme of “Travel, Taste, Touch,” the event will offer promotions and benefits provided by 51,497 businesses.Participating firms include Jin Air and Jeju Air which will provide discount on inbound flights, Daemyung Resort, Ramada Encore Haeundae and Grand InterContinental for accommodations and food, and Paradise Casino
ASEAN connectivity projects offer lucrative partnerships
Diplomatic Circuit
Dec 10, 2018
The sixth ASEAN Connectivity Forum at the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Seoul on Nov. 27. (AKC)Despite being a giant economic bloc with high growth prospects, Southeast Asia has not fully reaped the benefits of its potential due to a shortage of advanced and efficient infrastructure. That is about to change gradually, as member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations increasingly connect their domestic territories physically, technologically and institutionally, as well
Samsung expands number of artworks displayed on The Frame TVs to 1,000
Technology
Dec 10, 2018
Samsung Electronics Co. said Monday it has expanded the number of artworks that can be displayed on its premium The Frame TVs to a whopping 1,000 by joining hands with more museums around the globe.The Frame is a high-end TV that comes with a stylish frame design to display artwork or photos when not in use. (Yonhap)Samsung said it recently concluded arrangements with Italy's Uffizi Galleries, the Netherland's Van Gogh Museum and New Zealand's Te Papa to provide 62 more artworks through The Fram
LG installs digital signage in Delhi's largest shopping mall
Industry
Dec 10, 2018
LG Electronics Inc. said Monday it has installed a large digital signage at the largest shopping mall in Delhi in the latest move to promote its organic light-emitting diode displays.The new signage, built at Ambience Mall, located in the capital city, utilizes a whopping 63 units of 55-inch OLED display. This is digital signage installed by the company at Ambience Mall in Delhi, India. (Yonhap)Standing 8 meters tall, the signage are installed in a ring so that they can be observed at any angle
[Editorial] Not all bright
Editorial
Dec 10, 2018
Challenges remain as Korea’s per capita income set to surpass $30,000
Hyundai, Kia sales in US surpass 20 million
Transport
Dec 10, 2018
South Korean carmakers Hyundai and Kia have sold a combined 20 million vehicles in the US since entering what is currently the world’s second-largest market 33 years ago.Their accumulated sales marked 20.69 million units as of November, the companies’ data showed. Hyundai entered the market in 1985. Kia, after it was acquired by Hyundai, started selling vehicles there in 1994. (Hyundai Motor)By company, Hyundai has sold around 60 percent of the total, or 12.22 million units, while sister affilia
Digital health care, smart cities key to 4th industrial revolution drive: committee
Technology
Dec 10, 2018
Admitting to falling short of mediating conflicts among old and new business models, committee pledges intensified role in second term
[Newsmaker] Lawmakers criticized for raising own salaries
Politics
Dec 10, 2018
The recent passage of the budget bill has sparked public fury, as it included a plan to increase the annual salaries of lawmakers, while the budget for job creation was reduced.The ruling Democratic Party of Korea and the main opposition Liberty Korea Party on Saturday approved the 2019 budget bill of 469.6 trillion won ($416 billion), which included the plan to increase their wages by 1.8 percent. (Yonhap)The three minor parties 00 the center-right Bareunmirae Party, center-left opposition Part
Military envisions reform plan that goes beyond NK nuclear threat
Defense
Dec 10, 2018
With the two Koreas speeding up their efforts to reduce cross-border tensions and enhance socio-economic ties, the South Korean government is seeking to formulate a new security policy that focuses more on broader threats in the region rather than North Korea’s nuclear program. The Ministry of National Defense said Monday that its affiliated agency has been carrying out extensive research that postulates a changed security landscape where North Korea’s nuclear and missile threat no longer exis
[Feature] Presidential petition: platform for constructive proposals or witch hunt?
Social affairs
Dec 10, 2018
Discussion underway to improve Blue House’s e-petition system
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