Gov't outlines strategic initiatives to promote economic recovery though arts and culture

Under its new vision, "Culture for All, a Nation Connecting the World,” the Culture Ministry outlined strategic initiatives spanning everything from economic recovery through cultural support to fostering global cultural leadership.

2025-01-10

Suwon Hwaseong, Haenggung-dong win destination of the year at 14th Korea Tourism Awards

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization celebrated the work of organizations, tourist attractions and businesses in the development of tourism in Korea during its 14th Korea Tourism Awards on Wednesday.

2024-12-18

Culture minister urges DP to stop the impeachment of high-ranking officials

Culture Minister Yu In-chon urged members of the liberal Democratic Party (DP) to stop putting forward impeachment motions against high-ranking officials, requesting that they "show wisdom and restraint" amid the political turmoil.

2024-12-10

Korean, Chinese culture ministers agree to expand tourism cooperation

Korean Culture Minister Yu In-chon met his Chinese counterpart, Sun Yeli, and agreed to enhance cooperation in culture and tourism, planning regular talks and joint productions to boost regional economies and global appeal.

2024-11-24

Tourism minister aims to hit inbound traveler targets with foreigner friendly infrastructure boost

To hear more about how his ministry is going about achieving the goal of attracting 30 million foreign tourists by 2027, the Korea JoongAng Daily interviewed Yu on Nov. 1.

2024-11-08

'Our Camino de Santiago': Tourism minister focuses on attracting visitors to Korea Dulle Trail

The Korea Dulle Trail, which stretches 4,500 kilometers (2,800 miles) along the edge of the peninsula opened on Sept. 23, attracting hundreds of local trekkers both on weekdays and weekends.

2024-11-08

'Country Diaries' actors remember Kim Soo-mi with emotional tributes

Veteran South Korean actor Kim Soo-mi, known for her role in 'Country Diaries,' passed away at 75 due to hyperglycemia. Tributes poured in from fellow actors and colleagues who remembered her warmth and talent.

2024-10-27

Culture Minister Yu In-chon calls for KFA chairman to 'voluntarily step down'

Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Yu In-chon effectively called for the resignation of the Korea Football Association (KFA) Chairman Chung Mong-gyu.

2024-09-20

Culture Minister Yu In-chon forced to leave summit to take part in National Assembly session

Yu In-chon, Korea’s minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism had to abruptly return back to Seoul on Thursday morning to attend the National Assembly’s interpellation session on the same day.

2024-09-12

Korean Culture Minister Yu In-chon abruptly returns home midway through Korea-Japan ministerial meeting

Korea's Culture Minister Yu In-chon unexpectedly returned home from Japan for National Assembly session, leading to the first vice minister attending the talks in his place.