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South Korea has officially initiated a crucial “one-point” social dialogue aimed at discussing labor special measures within its advanced industrial “mega-cluster” zones, particularly focusing on the Honam (Jeolla) peninsula. This significant step marks the beginning of formal discussions among government officials, labor unions, and employer associations to address the unique…
On the morning of October 22nd, a significant security alert prompted the rapid evacuation of approximately 70 vessels from the waters near Baengnyeongdo Island, located in the sensitive border region off the west coast of South Korea. The…
South Korean Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae has stated he will not comply with a request from the presidential office to re-nominate a candidate for the Supreme Court. This decision comes 25 days after President Lee Jae-myung asked for…
A jury trial concerning allegations of bribery against former South Korean President Moon Jae-in is scheduled to commence in January. The court has selected Moon’s daughter, Moon Da-hye, and his former son-in-law, Seo Mo, among a total of…
The Supreme Court of South Korea is scheduled to hear the cases of former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo and former Minister of the Interior and Safety Lee Sang-min on July 29. Both individuals face charges related to alleged misconduct during their tenures. The court will also convene on the same…
An incumbent prosecutor has publicly questioned the qualifications of a nominee for a high-ranking prosecutorial position, raising concerns for a second consecutive day. The prosecutor, who currently heads the Seoul Eastern District Prosecutors’ Office, stated that he would…
A soldier has been sentenced to four years in prison for leaking classified military information, including details about South Korea-US joint military drills, to Chinese intelligence. The Supreme Court upheld the lower court’s ruling on the soldier, identified…