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Hyundai partners with Amazon to sell cars through world's largest ecommerce platform
SEOUL -- Hyundai auto group, the world's third-largest carmaker, has partnered with Amazon, the world's top ecommerce service operator, to become the first brand to sell vehicles in Amazon's online store for customers living in the United States. In the third quarter of 2023, Hyundai sold 200,534 units in the U.S. market, up nine percent compared to the same period in 2022. The carmaker also set new Q3 total and retail sales records for IONIQ 5, an electric sport utility
November 17, 2023 -
US signs security deal with S. Korea to rapidly supply defense resources
SEOUL -- The United States defense department has signed a supply deal with South Korea’s arms procurement agency to provide defense products upon request by South Korea promptly. South Korea is the 16th country to sign the "Security of Supply Agreement." The supply contract is designed to offer reciprocal priorities for U.S. allies. The discussion for the Security of Supply Agreement (SOSA) with South Korea began in March 2023 at an annual conference in Washington D
November 17, 2023 -
[INTERVIEW] Canadian envoy hopes to level up fellowship with S. Korea formed during Korean War
SEOUL -- The bilateral relationship between South Korea and Canada, established in 1963, has deep historical roots dating back to Canada's significant involvement in the Korean War (1950~1953). During the Korean conflict, more than 27,000 Canadian troops were deployed to South Korea. Since then, Canada has maintained a continuous presence in South Korea and is currently striving to enhance companionship by strengthening partnerships in various sectors, including the economy,
November 16, 2023 -
Turkish envoy requests S. Korean authorities to act against Islamophobic movement in southern city
SEOUL -- The southern city of Daegu, well known for its culture that cherishes the humble traditional Korean virtues and teachings of Confucious, has been caught up in an uncommon conflict over the construction of a mosque near the central city area. About a dozen of Muslim students at the Kyungpook National University, mostly international students from Pakistan, started their religious gathering in 2012 by renting a small room near the university campus to pray. Five students purc
November 15, 2023 -
Pulmuone expands noodles plant in California targeting Asian noodle lovers
SEOUL -- Seoul-based food company Pulmuone has expanded its fresh noodle production plant in the western region of California to meet growing demands for Asian noodles in the United States. Targeting American consumers, the South Korean company has showcased various refrigerated noodle products, including ramen with pork and broth, and Japchae, a Korean stir-fried noodle dish with beef and various vegetables. Data released by market research firm Research and Markets showed that t
November 15, 2023 -
Seoul provides real-time translation service in 11 languages for foreign tourists
SEOUL -- To break the language barrier with foreign tourists, Seoul will provide a real-time translation service in 11 languages including English, Chinese, and Malay. The artificial intelligence-based system engages in a conversation by displaying text on the screen at tourist information centers. According to data released by the Korea Tourism Organization, some 4.43 million foreign travelers visited South Korea in the first half of 2023, which accounts for 52.5 percent in the sam
November 15, 2023 -
Hanwha Ocean wins $502.2 mln smart ammonia carrier contract from Greek shipping firm
SEOUL -- Hanwha Ocean, a major South Korean shipbuilder formerly known as Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering, has grabbed a smart ammonia carrier contract worth $502 million from Naftomar Shipping and Trading, a Greece-based maritime logistics company that specializes in the transport of liquefied petroleum gas and ammonia across the globe. Naftomar Shipping and Trading focuses on strengthening its foothold in the energy transition and zero-carbon energy businesses in the
November 15, 2023 -
S. Korean President to embark on four-day visit to US for APEC summit
SEOUL -- South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol will depart for San Francisco to attend a summit meeting for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, an economic forum that involves 21 member countries in the Asia-Pacific region. During the inter-governmental forum, Yoon will engage in discussions focused on strategies to improve South Korea's trade and investment with partner countries in the region. Yoon will depart on November 15 at the Seoul Airport on a presidential jet for his
November 15, 2023 -
Lumpy skin disease infection case found in S. Korea's largest cattle farm central
SEOUL -- South Korea's animal disease prevention headquarters was put on high alert as a lumpy skin disease case was reported in North Gyeongsang Province, the country's largest cattle farm province, about one month after the first case of the infectious cattle disease was reported in the southwestern region for the first time in South Korea. Lumpy skin disease (LSD) is a viral infection that spreads through blood-feeding insects like flies, mosquitoes, and ticks. A cow infe
November 14, 2023 -
Rapper Jay Park appointed as ambassador for global luxury brand Gucci
SEOUL -- Gucci, a high-end luxury fashion house in Italy, has selected rapper Jay Park as its global ambassador. The 36-year-old, known for his hip-hop label AOMG, has participated in the global brand's fashion show held at a traditional Korean royal palace in central Seoul in May 2023. AOMG has one of the strongest lineups of artists in South Korea's hip-hop scene. In August 2021, the label held a non-face-to-face extended reality (XR) concert for global hip-hop fans amid t
November 14, 2023
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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 at Seoul's iconic gate of royal palace
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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