South Korea: Foreign policy battles wait for new president

With South Koreans due to vote for a new president in the first week of June, analysts warn that the winner of the vote will immediately face challenges in the international arena from friends and rivals alike. Seoul is already under pressure on trade and …

Are American Forces Leaving South Korea En Masse?

The United States Army will host a massive parade on June 14 to mark its 250th anniversary. Though not intended, it could also be a celebration of America’s retreat from the world stage, part of President Donald Trump’s agenda that calls for the US …

Even as South Korea Looks Set To Move Leftward, Top American General Assures That War Games Will Go On

SEOUL — The Pentagon can rest easy, as American and South Korean forces will be roaring up and down South Korea’s craggy training grounds while warplanes zip overhead and warships blast imaginary targets at sea during their annual war games in August. The …

Visa issuance, delays at Ctg port, NBR barriers for investment: South Korea envoy

Complexities in getting Bangladeshi visas, prolonged process at the Chattogram port and the National Board of Revenue still remain barriers for investment, said South Korean Ambassador to Bangladesh Park Young Sik. He said South Korea and Bangladesh share …

Newcastle announce South Korea friendly matches as preseason takes shape

Newcastle United have confirmed their first-ever visit to South Korea as part of their 2025 preseason schedule, with matches against Tottenham Hotspur and a K-League Select XI in the Coupang Play Series. The announcement was made Tuesday, marking the next …

Rolls-Royce to power South Korea Navy’s FFX Batch IV frigate

The Republic of Korea Navy (RoKN) has once again selected the Rolls-Royce MT30 marine gas turbine and controllable pitch propellers for its FFX Batch IV frigate programme, known as the next-generation Ulsan-class frigate. Additionally, MTU-powered diesel …

Early ballots cast in South Korea’s election race

Early voting for South Korea’s 21st presidential election will take place on May 29 and 30, marking the start of the decisive final stage in the race to lead the country. With nearly half of voters casting early ballots in the previous election, the …

Tajikistan’s athletics team kicks off at Asian Championships in South Korea

13:48, todayAuthor: Asia-Plus From May 27 to 31, the 26th Asian Athletics Championships are taking place in Gumi, South Korea — the premier continental competition in track and field.  Tajikistan’s national team has sent its strongest athletes, who view …

SJM showcases Macau’s tourism offerings at the “Experience Macao” event in South Korea

SJM Resorts, S.A. (SJM) will participate in the “Experience Macao” roadshow organized by the Macao Government Tourism Office (“MGTO”) from 30 May to 2 June at The Hyundai Seoul in Korea. Themed around “My Favorite Macao,” the event aims to showcase Macau’s …

South Korea to invest $349m in industrial AI in 2025