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We created the Korea Bizwire with a simple motto: to be Korea-savvy to get ahead in the Asian age. Of late, Korea has come into the spotlight once again largely due to her dynamic cultural prowess — “Gangnam Style” by Psy is a typical example — but Korea is rich with other wonderful sources of pride, such as Korean cuisine, fashion ...
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Oct 24, 2014 · SEOUL, Nov. 2 (Korea Bizwire) – The National Fire Agency’s Central 119 Rescue Headquarters announced on October 31 the dedication of a memorial honoring search and rescue dogs who lost their lives while serving at disaster sites. The monument has been erected at the 119 Rescue Dog Training Center’s disaster training grounds in Daegu ...
Factory Fire in South Korea Highlights Lithium Battery Dangers
SEOUL, Jun. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – A devastating fire at a primary battery manufacturing plant in Hwaseong, South Korea, has once again brought the safety risks of lithium batteries into sharp focus. The blaze, which broke out at 10:31 a.m. on June 24 at the Aricell factory in Hwaseong’s Seosin-myeon district, has claimed the lives of 22 workers, with eight others injured.
BTS Meets Korean Heritage: Hybe Unveils ‘Dalmajung 2024′ …
SEOUL, Oct. 4 (Korea Bizwire) — Hybe, the K-pop company behind global sensation BTS, has partnered with the National Museum Cultural Foundation to release a new series of merchandise that blends the beauty of traditional Korean culture with the influence of the K-pop group. The 2024 “Dalmajung BTS X MU:DS” collection will launch Wednesday, coinciding with Hangeul Day, a national holiday ...
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SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent survey has revealed that an overwhelming majority of South Korean small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have yet to embrace artificial intelligence technology, highlighting a significant digital divide in the country’s business landscape. According to the results of a recent survey released on ...
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SEOUL, Nov. 9 (Korea Bizwire) – North Korea staged GPS jamming attacks for the second consecutive day Saturday, affecting several ships and dozens of civilian aircraft, South Korea’s military said. The jamming attacks were conducted in the North’s Haeju and Kaesong areas, the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said, warning vessels and civilian ...
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SEOUL, Nov. 9 (Korea Bizwire) – K-pop boy group Seventeen has been honored with a certificate of appreciation from Los Angeles for its contributions to music and youth empowerment within the American city, the group’s agency said Saturday. Pledis Entertainment said Joshua, the LA-born member of the 13-piece group, was invited by the LA City
Business Archives | Be Korea-savvy
SEOUL, Nov. 8 (Korea Bizwire) – According to a new study released on November 7 by the Korea CXO Research Institute, employees at Korea’s top 100 companies face steep odds in reaching executive positions, with chances falling below 1%. The study, which examined promotion possibilities at the country’s 100 largest listed companies by ...
Chinese Electric Vehicle Imports to South Korea Surge, Reshaping …
Sep 19, 2024 · Chinese-made electric vehicles dominated the import market, accounting for 66% of the total with $848 million in sales. This represents a staggering 848% year-on-year increase, catapulting China to the top spot among countries exporting electric vehicles to South Korea. Germany, previously the leading exporter, fell to second place with $338 ...