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Families migrating to Seoul surge in 2023 due to high academic fervor
SEOUL, April 15 (AJU PRESS) - The number of South Koreans moving to Seoul for educational purposes reached an all-time high in 2023. Despite the ongoing exodus of people leaving the capital city due to high living and housing costs. Employment is also one of the primary factors for individuals to migrate to Seoul. According to data released by the Korean Statistical Information Service (KOSIS) on Monday, South Koreans who moved to Seoul totaled 1,207,000 last year. State data show
April 15, 2024 -
Russian envoy stresses mutual interest between S. Korean, Russian youths
SEOUL, April 12 (AJU PRESS) - Russian Ambassador to South Korea Georgy Zinoviev hosted a reception party, Friday, for a group of young South Koreans who participated in the 2024 World Youth Festival (WYF) held in Russia's southwestern federal territory of Sirius in early March. During the reception, the Russian envoy emphasized the significance of mutual interest between South Korean and Russian youths. "The participation of 15 young people from South Korea in the World You
April 12, 2024 -
HD Hyundai hands over 3,000-ton attack submarine to Navy
SEOUL, April 04 (AJU PRESS) - South Korea's HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) has delivered a new 3,000-ton class attack submarine to the country's Navy. Named after independence fighter Shin Chae-ho, who resisted Japanese rule during the 1910-45 colonial period, the submarine boasts advanced features. HHI announced the handover on Thursday, highlighting the vessel's capabilities. The diesel-electric submarine incorporates air-independent propulsion technology, allowin
April 4, 2024 -
Bestselling Korean-NZ author attributes power of K-content to freshness and richness of culture
SEOUL, March 22 (AJU PRESS) -- In 2021, Graci Kim's debut novel "The Last Fallen Star" from her "Gifted Clan" trilogy gained worldwide acclaim for its fusion of Korean mythology and folklores, featuring enchanting characters like the "Gumiho" (nine-tailed fox) and "Dokkaebi" (mischievous goblin). The "Gifted Clan" trilogy follows the journey of an adopted South Korean-American girl delving into the magical realm in search of he
March 22, 2024 -
S. Korea succeeds in aerial refueling test of first homegrown supersonic fighter jet
SEOUL -- South Korea has succeeded in the aerial refueling test of its first homegrown fighter jet "KF-21." The successful demonstration of mid-air refueling procedure has proved that the "Boramae" jet's original radius of action of 2,900 kilometers (1,800 miles) can be increased by about 50 percent. The KF-21 project started in 2010 in a bid to replace the country's aging fleet of U.S.-made F-4 and F-5 fighters. According to specifications out
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S. Korea initiates first step to develop long-range ship-to-air guided missile through $248 mln deal
SEOUL -- South Korea has initiated its first steps towards developing a long-range ship-to-air guided missile through a 330.6 billion ($248.6 million) deal with LIG Nex 1, a major defense contractor headquartered in Yongin, a satellite city of Seoul. These missiles are poised to serve as South Korea's next-generation maritime weaponry. The Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) announced on March 15 that a contract had been signed between the arms procurement agency
March 15, 2024 -
Defense contractor LIG Nex 1 accelerates first missile supply deal with US government
SEOUL -- LIG Nex 1, a prominent South Korean defense contractor, is expediting discussions with the United States government to finalize an export deal for the "Bigung" 70mm laser-guided anti-ship rocket system. While South Korean companies have previously supplied weapon parts and components to the U.S. government, the adoption of Bigung would mark the first time a South Korean full weaponry system is integrated into Washington's arsenal. The impetus for this develo
March 13, 2024 -
Canadian Embassy in Seoul hosts symposium to promote AI ethics across Indo-Pacific region
SEOUL -- At a symposium designed to accelerate cooperation on the ethical use of artificial intelligence, researchers and business officials from the Indo-Pacific region discussed obstacles in maintaining human rights and democratic values amid the rapid evolution of AI systems. This symposium, hosted by the Canadian Embassy in Seoul, focused on sharing diverse perspectives in preserving these principles. Canadian Ambassador to South Korea, Tamara Mawhinney, addressed the potentia
March 12, 2024 -
KAI to inject $68.7 mln for development of autonomous drones and single-seater FA-50 fighter jets
FA-50 developed by the Korea Aerospace Industries SEOUL -- The Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI), a major defense company in South Korea specializing in aerial vehicle research and development, is set to accelerate the development and commercialization of autonomous aerial vehicles and the single-seater variant of the FA-50 supersonic light fighter jet. In a board meeting held on March 8, KAI announced its plan to inject a total of 90.8 billion won ($69.7 million) into t
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Hanwha Ocean condemns data leak regarding Navy destroyer project
SEOUL -- Hanwha Ocean has strongly condemned the leak of confidential information related to the KDDX, a multi-billion-dollar project to build a new generation of destroyers for the South Korean Navy, by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, calling it a “serious criminal act.” The company also criticized the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA)'s decision not to restrict HD Hyundai Heavy Industries’ participation in the KDDX project bidding, despite the co
March 5, 2024
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PHOTOS: Korean activists rally for LGBTQ rights on key commemoration day
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Imported electric vehicle registrations surge 150% this year
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Protecting wetlands crucial for migratory birds: New Zealand envoy
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Seafood meal kits gain limelight at industry fair as Korean food makers target ready-to-eat market
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PHOTOS: Seoul Int'l Garden Show underway at Han River park
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Korean Air Force embraces memes, defying military stereotypes
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Korean spicy sauces gain global popularity
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Culture minister advocates for Hangeul signboard for Gwanghwamun
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HYBE chairman ranks sixth among Korean business leaders in stock assets
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More people fall victim to dating violence in Korea