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Finance minister stresses tackling disparities for sustainable growth at IMFC

BANGKOK, Oct. 18 (Yonhap) -- Finance Minister Lee Hyoung-il has stressed the nee...

S. Korea's growth momentum to strengthen amid chip boom: finance minister

BANGKOK, Oct. 18 (Yonhap) -- Finance Minister Lee Hyoung-il has stressed South K...

Semiconductor market to remain solid ‘at least through next year,’ South Korea finance minister says

South Korea's finance minister said semiconductor growth can last at least through 2027 as supply remains tight despite a global chip sell-off.

Lee pays tribute to firefighter killed in Bucheon factory fire

SEOUL, Oct. 17 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung paid his respects Saturday to...

Gov't expresses regret over Takaichi's offering to controversial war shrine

SEOUL, Oct. 17 (Yonhap) -- The South Korean government expressed regret Saturday...

'Takaichi Cabinet to Uphold Historical Perception of 1995 Murayama Statement' - KBS WORLD Radio

'Takaichi Cabinet to Uphold Historical Perception of 1995 Murayama Statement' KBS WORLD Radio

Trump Announces Hyundai’s $560 Million Investment in Georgia - KBS WORLD Radio

Trump Announces Hyundai’s $560 Million Investment in Georgia KBS WORLD Radio

Trump touts Hyundai's US$560-mln Georgia investment pledge at campaign rally

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 (Yonhap) -- U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday highlighte...

Former US Diplomat Accused of Defaming President Lee Denies Allegations in Court - KBS WORLD Radio

Former US Diplomat Accused of Defaming President Lee Denies Allegations in Court KBS WORLD Radio

Lee Reiterates Need for Constitutional Reform to Honor 2 Democratization Movements - KBS WORLD Radio

Lee Reiterates Need for Constitutional Reform to Honor 2 Democratization Movements KBS WORLD Radio

Seoul keeps fuel price caps unchanged amid Mideast tensions

SEOUL, Oct. 16 (Yonhap) -- The South Korean government on Friday kept its price ...

South Korea reviews expanding military mission in Middle East, report says

SEOUL — South Korea is reviewing an expansion of its military operations in the Middle East, the Kyunghyang Shinmun newspaper reported on Thursday, as the US ally faces pressure from President Donald Trump to provide support for the war in Iran. Seoul is weighing expanding the operational area of its Cheonghae anti-piracy unit, which was dispatched to the Gulf of Aden in 2009, to include the Gu...

Lee visits alma mater, meets students to mark founding anniversary

SEOUL, Oct. 16 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Friday visited Chung-Ang U...

Trump Says US in Talks with China, Russia on Nuclear Disarmament - KBS WORLD Radio

Trump Says US in Talks with China, Russia on Nuclear Disarmament KBS WORLD Radio

(LEAD) Lee calls for constitutional revision to reflect spirit of democratization

SEOUL, Oct. 16 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Friday called on the Natio...

Ruling, Opposition Parties Clash over Impeachment of Supreme Court Chief - KBS WORLD Radio

Ruling, Opposition Parties Clash over Impeachment of Supreme Court Chief KBS WORLD Radio

Ruling, Opposition Parties Clash over Impeachment of Supreme Court Chief - KBS WORLD Radio

Ruling, Opposition Parties Clash over Impeachment of Supreme Court Chief KBS WORLD Radio

Defense chief vows to transform Marines into force capable of modern maneuver warfare

SEOUL, Oct. 16 (Yonhap) -- Defense Minister Kang Shin-chul said Friday he will s...

(LEAD) Lee's approval rating rises after dipping to lowest level: poll

SEOUL, Oct. 16 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung's approval rating rose slight...

Gender minister urges scrapping non-punishment clause for domestic violence

SEOUL, Oct. 16 (Yonhap) -- Gender Equality Minister Won Min-kyong on Friday call...

Lee appoints new vice industry minister, deputy chief of financial watchdog

SEOUL, Oct. 16 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Friday appointed a new vic...

Main opposition slams gov't over S. Korea-U.S. gap on OPCON transfer

SEOUL, Oct. 16 (Yonhap) -- The main opposition People Power Party (PPP) on Frida...

Finance minister calls for efforts to address global imbalances at G20 meeting

BANGKOK, Oct. 16 (Yonhap) -- Finance Minister Lee Hyoung-il called for joint eff...

Ex-lawmaker referred to prosecution over daughter's hiring at university

SEOUL, Oct. 16 (Yonhap) -- Former opposition lawmaker Yoo Seong-min and three un...

Lee says opposes ending live broadcasts of Cabinet meetings

SEOUL, Oct. 16 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung said Friday that he disagrees...

South Korea-US alliance losing ‘trust’ amid widening cracks in ties

South Korea’s long-standing alliance with America is being tested by feuds spanning from investment deals to intelligence leaks, compromising Seoul’s ability to respond to North Korea. In a rare admission, Seoul’s top envoy to the US on Monday acknowledged an “issue” with Washington’s sharing of covert data. “There are limitations in our communication with the White House,” Kang Kyung-wha told ...

Seoul city blames ex-mayor's policies for weak long-term housing supply

SEOUL, Oct. 16 (Yonhap) -- The Seoul city government on Friday blamed policies p...

Gov't vows stern action against unfair practices amid heightened stock market volatility

SEOUL, Oct. 16 (Yonhap) -- The South Korean government on Friday pledged to take...

Bipartisan U.S. Senate bill seeks to reaffirm 'ironclad' nuclear deterrence commitment to S. Korea

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- Two U.S. senators have introduced bipartisan leg...

Lee rejects reelection bid speculation, vows to continue reforms

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday dismissed specula...

Lee formally appoints inaugural chief of agency in charge of major investigations

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday formally appointe...

(LEAD) Lee calls for U.S. firms to explore investment, biz opportunities in S. Korea

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday called on a U.S. ...

Defense minister says S. Korea conveys concerns over USFK chief's OPCON remarks

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- Defense Minister Kang Shin-chul said Thursday that So...

Lee rejects claims of wasteful spending on Brazil egg imports, defends move to curb prices

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday dismissed critici...

(LEAD) Lee vows to prioritize people's livelihoods ahead of 500th day in office

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday pledged to mainta...

(LEAD) Special counsel says 30 local election commissions falsely entered voter turnout data

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- A special counsel team said Thursday that 30 local el...

Lee vows to prioritize people's livelihoods ahead of 500th day in office

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday pledged to mainta...

President Lee Calls on Public Broadcasters to Uphold ‘Fundamental Role’ - KBS WORLD Radio

President Lee Calls on Public Broadcasters to Uphold ‘Fundamental Role’ KBS WORLD Radio

President Lee Calls on Public Broadcasters to Uphold ‘Fundamental Role’ - KBS WORLD Radio

President Lee Calls on Public Broadcasters to Uphold ‘Fundamental Role’ KBS WORLD Radio

S. Korea has right to peaceful use of DMZ: minister

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- South Korea has the right to peaceful use of the Demi...

Defense minister says Seoul ready for OPCON transfer despite USFK concerns - The Korea Herald

Defense minister says Seoul ready for OPCON transfer despite USFK concerns The Korea Herald

Gov't legislation minister says Supreme Court chief justice required by Constitution to suggest new candidate

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- The head of the Ministry of Government Legislation sa...

Special counsel says 30 local election commissions falsely entered voter turnout data

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- A special counsel team said Thursday that 30 local el...

Gov't officials create fake invitation to enable chief's overseas trip: state auditor

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- Officials from a government agency in charge of safet...

Lee vows proper honors, support for servicemembers disabled in action

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday pledged to honor ...

PM office denies report about ministers' complaints over live broadcasts of Cabinet meetings

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- The prime minister's office denied a news report Thur...

Lee's approval rating rebounds to 44 pct: poll

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung's approval rating rose to 44 ...

Lee set to meet U.S.-Korea Business Council chair to discuss cooperation

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung was set to meet Thursday with...

(EDITORIAL from The Korea Times on Oct. 15)

Trump claims again S. Korea to invest in Alaska LNG project under trade deal

Top diplomats of S. Korea, Singapore discuss Korean Peninsula issues by phone

(LEAD) S. Korea, U.S. agree to hold key defense talks after midterm elections: sources

Pres. Lee Stresses Need to Shift Population Policy to Aim for Qualitative Growth - KBS WORLD Radio

Trump Repeats S. Korea's $50 Billion Alaska Pledge - KBS WORLD Radio

Trump Repeats S. Korea's $50 Billion Alaska Pledge KBS WORLD Radio

(LEAD) Defense chief visits Gwangju air base amid planned relocation for chip project

S. Korean finance minister departs for Bangkok to attend IMF, G20 ministerial meetings

Bears manager gives ace vote of confidence ahead of key postseason start

Main opposition demands probe into suspicious membership of Shincheonji followers in ruling party

(LEAD) Kamala Harris faults Trump's tariffs, N.K. policy, calls for stronger alliance with S. Korea

FM Cho requests South Sudan to ensure safety of S. Korean troops, nationals