The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Arts Welfare Foundation are accepting applications for the 2026 Artist Activity Preparation Fund.
Eligibility now includes overseas Korean artists residing in Korea who meet certain requirements.
Applications are open from May 23 to June 17, 2024.
The Korean government has initiated the K-NVIDIA Project to strengthen its AI semiconductor sector.
A major investment and policy collaboration aims to shift from GPU reliance to NPU innovation.
The project was launched in March 2024, with funding and implementation underway.
The South Korean government has introduced new policies to stimulate regional economic growth.
Key measures include support for local industries, universities, and tourism, aiming to reduce structural imbalances.
The initiatives were discussed at the 28th Presidential Senior Secretary Meeting on March 19, 2026.
The South Korean government has decided to resume the Seoul-Yangpyeong Expressway project.
This move aims to address severe traffic congestion and regional development needs in eastern Gyeonggi Province.
The project is set to restart in the first half of 2026, with construction targeted for late 2029.
President Lee Jae-myung hosted a luncheon for South Korea’s 2026 Winter Paralympic athletes to honor their achievements.
The event highlighted both athlete successes and the need for improved support and infrastructure for disabled sports.
The luncheon took place on March 20, 2026, at the Blue House with full athlete participation.
South Korea conducted regular environmental monitoring near North Korea’s Pyongsan uranium plant.
Results from Q1 2026 show uranium and heavy metal levels are within normal ranges.
The government will continue quarterly monitoring to ensure ongoing safety.