Government Agencies Sign MOU to Strengthen Industrial Technology and Intellectual Property
The government is integrating intellectual property strategies into the entire process of industrial technology, from research and development (R&D) to commercialization and addressing technology leakage and intellectual property disputes.On September 1, the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy and the Korean Intellectual Property Office signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) in Jongno-gu, Seoul, aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of industrial technology and intellectual property for
Korean Fugitives Arrested in Vietnam Spark Controversy Over Smiling Mugshots
Recently, three South Koreans wanted under an Interpol red notice were arrested in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and their arrest photos have become a topic of discussion in local media.The images show the suspects smiling, prompting mocking reactions such as, "They are smiling brightly even after being arrested," and, "It seems they enjoy taking pictures, creating beautiful memories." Others speculated, "Perhaps they see Vietnam as an easy target, influenced by American movies or Korean dramas."In
Bus Fares Set to Increase After Chuseok Holiday
Intercity and express bus fares will increase next month, adding several thousand won to the cost for passengers traveling long distances.According to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, the fare cap for intercity and express buses will rise by 9% starting October 1. This marks the first fare increase for these services in over three years, following a 5% hike on July 5, 2023.The bus industry has requested increases of 17% for intercity buses and 20.1% for express buses, citing r
People Power Party to Elect Local Committee Chairs via Member Vote
The People Power Party is set to begin restructuring its local committees on September 1. The party aims to elect local committee chairs through member voting to strengthen its regional organization in preparation for the next general election.The party's Special Committee for Organizational Strengthening held a meeting on this day and decided to publicly recruit organization chairs for 36 local committees nationwide.A key feature of this recruitment process is the introduction of member voting
Ildong Foodis Supports Golf Prospects with 'Hymun' Products
Ildong Foodis announced on September 1 that it sponsored its Hymun products at the 30th Choi Deung-kyu Cup Maekyung Amateur Golf Championship, held from August 25 to 28 at Seowon Valley CC in Paju, Gyeonggi Province.The tournament, hosted by Maeil Business Newspaper and Daebo Group and organized by the Korea Golf Association, is an amateur competition featuring promising young golfers. This year marks its 30th anniversary.To support the athletes' physical and nutritional needs before and after t
Kia Reports 5% Increase in Global Sales for August Driven by Strong Overseas Demand
Kia maintained its growth despite a decline in domestic sales due to the summer vacation period, thanks to strong performance in overseas markets. The company announced on September 1 that it sold a total of 266,675 vehicles globally in August, a 5.0% increase from 253,943 units during the same period last year. In the domestic market, sales fell from 43,501 units to 40,213 units, a decrease of 7.6%. However, overseas sales rose from 209,901 units to 225,413 units, marking a 7.4% increase. By mo
Ruling Party Launches Police Reform Task Force to Address Structural Issues
The Democratic Party of Korea launched a police reform task force on September 1 to address structural issues within the police, sparked by incidents such as the Jang Yoon-ki and Busan police chief cases. The party vowed to root out various malpractices, including favoritism.During the inaugural meeting held at the National Assembly, party leader Kim Min-seok emphasized the importance of reflecting the public's demand for police reform.In his opening remarks, Kim stated that the task force would
Family Bonds and Secrets Explored in 'Gyeongju Journey'
Every work contains numerous perspectives. Although the director and actors share the same space and time, their experiences may differ. 'B-Cut by Choi Song-hee' focuses on the vivid behind-the-scenes moments that go beyond the 'A-Cut' captured on screen. It reconstructs the intense 'B-Cut' moments that were more passionate than the completed frames through interviews with the director and actors. (Editor’s note)The film 'Gyeongju Journey' (directed by Kim Mi-jo) tells the story of four sisters
Lotte Department Store Secures 10-Year Lease at Yeongdeungpo Station
Lotte Department Store has secured the operating rights for Yeongdeungpo Station in Seoul, ensuring that its Yeongdeungpo location will continue operations for at least the next 10 years. Lotte Shopping announced on September 1 that it was selected as the new user in a bidding process conducted by the Korea National Railway Authority for the use of Yeongdeungpo Station. Once the new contract procedures are completed, Lotte Department Store will continue to operate at its current location. This b
President Yoon Appoints Kyung-kyun Kye as Chair of National Intellectual Property Commission
President Yoon Suk Yeol appointed Kyung-kyun Kye, a professor at Pusan National University, as the new chair of the National Intellectual Property Commission on September 1.Chief Presidential Secretary Kang Yu-jeong announced the appointment in a written briefing. The National Intellectual Property Commission serves as the control tower for national strategies related to the creation, protection, and utilization of intellectual property, coordinating policies among relevant government department