North Korean leader Kim Jong-un visited a newly launched nuclear material production facility and vowed to "exponentially" expand the country's nuclear arsenal. State media reported the facility's weapons-grade nuclear material production capacity has more than doubled in the past five years.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) has secured a sweeping victory in local elections, with voters largely supporting President Lee Jae Myung's administration. The opposition People Power Party (PPP) faces a survival challenge.
South Korea's consumer prices surged 3.1% in May, a 26-month high, driven by a 24% jump in petroleum prices due to the Middle East war. The Bank of Korea may raise interest rates, increasing the burden on vulnerable groups. Government measures are under review.
Korea faces "three highs" (inflation, exchange rates, interest rates) post-election. Government policies to suppress fuel prices have unintended consequences, while a weak won, rising interest rates, stock market volatility, and housing market risks pose significant challenges.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party (DP) is projected for a major win in local elections, securing 10 out of 11 key races and likely giving President Lee Jae Myung a stronger mandate. The opposition People Power Party (PPP) faces a significant defeat.
Major South Korean newspapers report on the ruling party's landslide victory in local elections, reshaping the regional power structure and indicating public support for President Lee Jae Myung.
The ruling Democratic Party (DP) secured a landslide victory in local elections, winning 10 out of 16 key mayoral and gubernatorial races. This outcome signals strong public support for President Lee Jae Myung's administration ahead of his second year in office.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un visited a new nuclear material production facility and announced a plan to significantly boost the country's nuclear capabilities, according to state media.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party (DP) is projected to win a sweeping victory in local elections, defeating the main opposition People Power Party (PPP). The results are expected to strengthen President Lee Jae Myung's mandate.
South Korea's foreign reserves decreased by $880 million to $426.99 billion in May, primarily due to market stabilization measures aimed at managing exchange rate volatility. The Korean won has been under pressure, trading above 1,500 won per U.S. dollar.
Exit polls indicate a strong victory for South Korea's ruling Democratic Party (DP) in Wednesday's local elections, potentially shaping President Lee Jae Myung's second year in office and dealing a blow to the opposition People Power Party (PPP).
A shortage of ballot papers temporarily suspended voting at 14 polling stations in southern Seoul during local elections on June 3. The National Election Commission (NEC) apologized for the lapse, promising a thorough investigation and measures to prevent recurrence.
South Korea's National Election Commission apologized for a ballot paper shortage that suspended voting at some Seoul polling stations during local elections. The NEC is investigating the cause and implementing measures to prevent recurrence.
South Korea's National Election Commission apologized for a ballot shortage that suspended voting at some Seoul polling stations during local elections. The issue, affecting areas like Songpa and Gangnam Wards, caused delays and protests, prompting the NEC to promise a thorough investigation.
South Korean streaming platform Tving has reported a data breach affecting user information including IDs, names, birthdays, phone numbers, and emails due to unauthorized external access. The company has apologized and is cooperating with a government investigation.
South Korea's local elections saw a tentative turnout of 61%, the highest since 1995, with nearly 27.25 million voters participating. The final tally was delayed due to a ballot shortage in Seoul.
South Korea's presidential chief of staff, Kang Hoon-sik, visited Canada to lobby for a submarine deal, urging Canadian officials to make an "objective and fair" evaluation of Seoul's capabilities and the economic benefits of the proposed partnership.
Exit polls indicate the ruling Democratic Party (DP) is set to win South Korea's local elections, securing key mayoral and gubernatorial posts. The results could bolster President Lee Jae Myung's mandate ahead of his second year in office.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party (DP) is projected to win at least 10 of 16 key local election races, according to exit polls. The results could solidify the mandate for the Lee Jae Myung administration as it begins its second year.
