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WORLDAug 2As more South Koreans shun drinking, Seoul nightlife reinvents to stay relevantOn a midsummer Thursday night, the entertainment district of Hongdae in Seoul is slowly coming alive. Short for Hongik University, Hongdae neighbours several university campuses and typically attracts thousands of young people to its flashy streets. Just a few blocks away from the main clubbing area, the atmosphere is quieter with hardly any patrons at a row of pubs and restaurants. “Hongdae is not what it used to be like,” said Chris Kim, a 27-year-old who works in the fashion industry. “My...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 1Indonesia president willing to go to North Korea to open dialogue on request of South KoreaThe Indonesian president has expressed willingness to visit North Korea to facilitate dialogue, at the request of South Korea. This initiative aims to open diplomatic channels between the two Koreas.asiaone.com · Singapore
POLITICSAug 1Indonesia President Prabowo willing to go to North Korea to open a dialogue at request of South KoreaIndonesia's President Prabowo has expressed willingness to visit North Korea to open a dialogue, reportedly at the request of South Korea. This indicates a potential diplomatic effort to ease tensions on the Korean Peninsula.straitstimes.com · Singapore
BUSINESSAug 1Why South Korea’s won is one of world’s best performersCurrency strengthened nearly 8% against dollar last month despite tech stock sell-offFinancial Times
BUSINESSAug 1BTS concert drives South Korea’s Busan foreign tourist numbers to record highDriven by a surge in visitors from across Asia and a blockbuster June stadium concert by K-pop juggernaut BTS, international tourism in South Korea’s southern port city of Busan shattered post-pandemic records during the first half of this year. Busan welcomed more than 2.42 million foreign visitors between January and June – a 43.9 per cent jump compared to the same period last year, according to municipal data released on Thursday. The strong turnout puts the coastal metropolis well on track...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 31Kospi rebounds by record 18%; Japan-South Korea intervention lifts yen and wonSeeking Alpha Tech
MILITARYJul 31South Korea almost shoots down US Marine drone after communication failureAn apparent communication breakdown between US and South Korean militaries resulted in South Korean troops training their weapons on an American drone launched during a joint exercise and an evacuation alert being triggered near the inter-Korean border. The incident underscored the need for a comprehensive review of the allies’ command-and-control coordination, operational procedures, air defence capabilities and troop training, military experts said. The near-friendly-fire episode is...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 31South Korea's 'bipolar' stock market: meltdowns, a record rally and what's to comeSouth Korea's stock market staged its sharpest reversal on record on Friday, capping a month of wild swings.CNBC
BUSINESSJul 31South Korea Kospi index jumps more than 15 % on a surge of chipmaking stocksSouth Korea's Kospi index experienced a jump of over 15% due to a surge in chipmaking stocks. This indicates significant activity and growth in a key sector of the market.newsday.com · United States
MILITARYJul 31South Korea completes development of KF - 21 fighterSouth Korea has completed the development of its KF-21 fighter jet. This marks a significant milestone in the nation's defense capabilities.upi.com · United States
POLITICSJul 31South Korean woman referred to prosecutors over Gwangju postA South Korean woman has been referred to prosecutors concerning a post made about Gwangju. The report details legal action taken against an individual for online content.upi.com · United States
MILITARYJul 31US-led drills edge Japan and South Korea closer on defenceThe key roles played by Japan and South Korea in this year’s Rim of the Pacific (Rimpac) military exercises led by the US have fuelled speculation whether the two neighbours could set aside differences over their common history and deepen defence cooperation. Held in waters off Hawaii, this year’s Rimpac is the world’s largest maritime exercise involving 30 nations, more than 30,000 troops, various aircraft and an armada of surface ships and submarines. Rimpac, which runs from June 24 to July...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 30Samsung reports record profit as South Korean chip giants benefit from global AI boomSouth Korean technology giant Samsung Electronics on Thursday reported a record operating profit of 89.5 trillion won ($62 billion) for the April-June period, a day after crosstown rival…Japan Today
CYBERJul 30South Korea imposes $37.4M fine on KT Corp after data breach - reportSouth Korea has reportedly imposed a significant $37.4 million fine on KT Corp following a data breach. This demonstrates regulatory action taken against a company for failing to protect user data.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSJul 30Samsung profit jumps 1,814% as South Korean tech giants benefit from global AI boomOperating profit at Samsung’s semiconductor division rose to more than 220 times its year-earlier level. However, the company warned that memory chip shortages could worsen next year as AI infrastructure expands rapidly.EuroNews [en]
CYBERJul 30South Korea's women web sleuths fight AI deepfake pornUnder banners emblazoned "Solidarity" and "We stand together with victims", a group of South Korean women digital detectives dredges the internet for a scourge of illegal AI-enabled pornography.…Japan Today
BUSINESSBREAKINGJul 29South Korea’s stock market plunges as AI-driven boom fadesAl Jazeera [en]
BUSINESSJul 29₹245-crore South Korean footwear unit to boost industrial growth in Annamayya district, says CollectorNishant Kumar joins Boyoung Company delegation to inspect the Tatiguntapalli Industrial Park for the proposed project; says discussions with the company representatives look encouragingThe Hindu
BUSINESSJul 29South Korea calls emergency meeting on market rout; here are the 5 biggest YTD losersSouth Korea convened an emergency meeting in response to a market decline, and a list of the year-to-date's five biggest financial losers was noted.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSJul 29South Korea looks to hold emergency stock market meeting - reportsSouth Korea is reportedly considering holding an emergency stock market meeting. This suggests potential concerns regarding the country's financial markets.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSJul 29How South Korea can ease Brazilian concerns to unlock trade in South AmericaIf South Korea wants to unlock access to South American trade, it will need to prove it is not a competitor interested only in extracting natural resources but a trustworthy partner committed to revitalising manufacturing industries, according to observers. On Monday, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva agreed to revive negotiations on a free-trade agreement between South Korea and Mercosur, the South American trade bloc. A joint working group...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 29South Korean minister apologizes over chip-linked leveraged ETF lossesA South Korean minister has issued an apology regarding financial losses linked to chip-related leveraged exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This indicates an issue within the country's financial sector.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSJul 29South Korea's Kospi share index falls 6% and other Asian shares are mixed as oil prices surge - AP NewsOil prices jump, while the Dow drops more than 1,100 as sinking AI stocks drag Wall Street lower apnews.comAP News
POLITICSJul 29South Korea court gives ex - President Yoon suspended jail term for violating election lawA South Korean court has handed down a suspended jail term to former President Yoon for violating election laws. This is a significant legal outcome for a former head of state, highlighting accountability in the political system.phnompenhpost.com · Cambodia