Korea Joongang Daily
Korea JoongAng Daily

Refugee aid groups say Trump administration is trying to circumvent court order

Refugee aid groups said in a federal court filing Thursday that President Donald Trump’s administration appears to be trying to circumvent a ruling this week that blocked his efforts to suspend the nation’s refugee admissions program.

2025-02-28

Korea to issue first-ever postage stamp featuring homegrown submarine

South Korea will publish new postage stamps featuring the ROKS Dosan Ahn Chang-ho this month, marking the country's first issuance of stamps featuring a homegrown submarine, the state arms procurement agency and postal service said Wednesday.

2025-02-12

Finance Ministry to inject $207M to stabilize stock market

The government is set to swiftly deploy additional market stabilization measures, including the injection of the second phase of value-up funds worth 300 billion won ($207 million) into the country's stock market.

2024-12-23

Military to deploy homegrown infrared smoke canisters next year: DAPA

The military will deploy homegrown infrared smoke screen canisters in full scale next year, the state arms procurement agency said Monday, amid efforts to introduce improved equipment to protect troops.

2024-10-14

Wage issues, high costs and runaways: Teething problems blight Filipino nanny pilot

Seoul's Filipino nanny program has operated for one month so far, but the pilot has been marred by disputes over low wages, curfews and unauthorized departures.

2024-10-03

Seoul may accept Jakarta's reduced contribution to fighter jet project

Korea's state arms procurement agency signaled on Wednesday that it might accept Indonesia's request to cut its pledged contribution to the KF-21 fighter jet project in return for fewer technology transfers.

2024-05-08

Draft of Korea Value-up Index guideline disappoints market

The financial authorities released a draft guideline of the corporate value-up program, which was met with disappointment by the market for a lack of concrete measures.

2024-05-03

Korea to build F-35 fighter jet maintenance facility at Cheongju air base

South Korea will build its own maintenance facility for its F-35A stealth jets by 2027, a move that would enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs, the state arms procurement agency said Thursday.

2024-04-18

Foreigners invest quarterly record of $11.7 billion in Korean stock market

Foreign investors net purchased 15.8 trillion won ($11.67 billion) in the Korean stock market in the first quarter, driven by the popularity of Samsung Electronics and Hyundai Motor shares.

2024-04-08

NFL's Los Angeles Rams to expand brand, fanbase in Korea

The Los Angeles Rams are adding Korea, along with Japan, as “international marketing home areas,” according to the NFL on Tuesday.

2024-03-26