Lee Min-keun, the mayor of Ansan, expressed on August 24 that his recent award from the 2026 Manifesto Commitment Awards is a testament to the city's commitment to fulfilling promises made to its citizens.Mayor Lee announced that he was selected as a recipient in the election promise category of the '2026 Manifesto (Local Election Category)' organized by the Korea Manifesto Practice Headquarters.The award recognized the clarity, feasibility, and community involvement in the election promises pre

Justice Minister Jeong Seong-ho, who is stepping down after 13 months in office, stated that there are areas needing improvement in the legal basis for the joint investigation headquarters and the command authority over special judicial police during the amendment process of the criminal procedure law. He expressed his intention to discuss these issues with his party upon returning to the National Assembly. On his last day at the Government Complex Gwacheon, Jeong told reporters, "There were sho

Yoon Ho-jung, the Minister of the Ministry of Interior and Safety, announced on August 24 that the budget for the Major Crime Investigation Agency (MCIA), set to launch on October 2, will exceed 450 billion won for the upcoming year.During a meeting of the National Assembly's Administrative Safety Committee, Yoon responded to a question from lawmaker Jeong Chun-sang of the Justice Innovation Party regarding the MCIA's preparations, stating, "The budget for the fourth quarter of this year is bein

Shin Kyeyong, the mayor of Gwangmyeong, has strongly urged the Gyeonggi Provincial Office of Education to ensure student school choice and improve the student placement plan for the 2027 academic year to normalize the education structure in Gwangmyeong. On August 24, Mayor Shin attended a breakfast meeting organized by the Gyeonggi Provincial Office of Education at the Ansan Education Support Center, where he personally delivered the 'Proposal for Education Structure Improvement in Gwangmyeon

The Urban Transportation Committee of Anyang City Council held a meeting on August 24 with officials from relevant executive agencies to share key issues and discuss collaboration strategies.According to the city council, this meeting aimed to enhance mutual understanding between the newly formed 10th Anyang City Council's Urban Transportation Committee and the relevant executive agencies, facilitating more efficient progress on major urban and transportation issues.Attendees included committee

The Seongnam Youth Foundation's Jeongja Youth Center hosted the 2026 Seongnam Youth Film Awards (SNYFA), which concluded on August 22 amid significant interest from youth and the public. According to the foundation, the finals and awards ceremony took place at CGV Yatap. The event attracted over 140 attendees, including youth, families, and citizens, who watched films created by young directors. This year's festival, now in its third edition, featured 12 films that advanced from preliminary scre

As protectionism from the United States and supply chain uncertainties spread, the need for South Korea to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) is growing. Membership could lower tariff barriers with Mexico, which does not have a free trade agreement (FTA) with South Korea, and provide greater access to the Japanese market compared to the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP).Utilizing regional cumulative origin rules is expected to

As protectionism from the United States and supply chain restructuring intensify, the South Korean government is reconsidering its potential membership in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). This decision comes amid a growing need to secure new markets and expand South Korea's position in the rapidly changing global trade landscape.However, the high level of market openness required poses a significant challenge, particularly in addressing the agric

As the government officially considers joining the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), opposition from agricultural groups is growing. They argue that further opening of agricultural and fishery markets could undermine domestic production and threaten food security. Experts emphasize that the government should first commit to fostering agriculture as a national strategic industry before pursuing CPTPP membership.High Tariff Elimination Rates... Potentia