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Chae Hwi-young's nomination as culture minister signals big tourism push

President Lee Jae Myung on Friday nominated Chae Hwi-young, co-CEO of one of the largest online travel platforms in Korea, as the culture minister in an apparent bid to accelerate the country's drive toward a larger tourism market.

2025-07-11

President Lee completes his Cabinet with new land, culture ministers picks

President Lee Jae Myung on Friday nominated Kim Yun-duk as minister of land, infrastructure and transport and Chae Hwi-young, CEO of platform company Nol Universe, as minister of culture, sports and tourism.

2025-07-11

Lee stresses 'national interest' as he presides over first National Security Council meeting

President Lee Jae Myung called to “prioritize national interest” amid a volatile international situation as he presided over his first National Security Council (NSC) meeting Thursday.

2025-07-10

South Korea’s repatriation of six North Koreans hints at fragile channel of contact

This humanitarian act reflects President Lee's conciliatory stance, contrasting with previous administrations, potentially paving the way for renewed inter-Korean dialogue.

2025-07-10

Asean talks joined by U.S., China to begin with Trump's tariffs overshadowing

Asia-Pacific's largest security forum was set to begin Thursday as top diplomats gathered in Malaysia, but steep tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump are expected to overshadow the annual gatherings.

2025-07-10

President Lee hails unifying role of religion in luncheon with spiritual leaders

President Lee Jae Myung met with leaders from Korea’s major religious communities over lunch at the presidential office’s Nuri Hall on Wednesday, emphasizing the importance of their role in healing the country’s deepening social divisions.

2025-07-09

U.S. on board with ‘package’ deal on trade and security, says Korea’s top security adviser

Korean National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac said Wednesday he proposed to the United States a comprehensive "package" deal covering trade, investment and security upon returning from a U.S. trip centered on tough tariff talks.

2025-07-09

South Korea repatriates six North Koreans, signaling easing tensions in inter-Korean relations

In its second major conciliatory move toward Pyongyang, South Korea repatriated six North Koreans via the East Sea on Wednesday, with the North quietly accepting the return.

2025-07-09

U.S. calls to 'modernize' alliance with South Korea may put Seoul-Washington ties at a crossroads

U.S. calls to modernize its military alliance with South Korea may increase Seoul's defense responsibilities amid rising tensions with China, prompting concerns about potential entanglement in regional conflicts.

2025-07-09

KCC chief booted from Cabinet meetings for 'politically biased remarks'

President Lee Jae Myung has decided to exclude Korea Communications Commission Chairperson Lee Jin-sook from future Cabinet meetings based on a conclusion by the Board of Audit and Inspection that found she made "politically biased remarks."

2025-07-09