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[2026-01-15]Nationwide Expansion of Meal Management Centers and Nutrition Labeling for Chicken

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The government will expand integrated meal management support centers to all 228 cities, counties, and districts to enhance hygiene and nutrition for vulnerable groups, including the elderly and disabled.
This year, nutrition labeling will be extended to chicken, and a pilot project for ‘Healthy Food Stores’ will be launched at 300 convenience stores nationwide.
The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety aims to strengthen evidence-based nutrition information to create a healthier dietary environment for all citizens.

[2026-01-14]Korean Green Bond Support Expanded to Boost SME Decarbonization Investment

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The Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment and KEITI announced a major expansion of green bond and green ABS issuance support this year.
Revised green taxonomy now includes next-generation low-carbon technologies and operating funds, broadening support for SMEs.
Interest cost support is extended up to 3 years, with up to KRW 300 million per company, aiming to strengthen private-led green investment.

[2026-01-14]Apply for the 2026 UNESCO Youth Expert Training Program by February 1

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The Ministry of Education and Korean National Commission for UNESCO announced applications for the 2026 UNESCO Youth Expert Training Program (U-STEP) are open until February 1.
This year, 10 participants will be selected to gain hands-on experience at UNESCO offices in Paris and Bangkok for six months.
Eligible applicants are aged 19 to 34, with final selection through domestic screening and UNESCO interviews.

[2026-01-13]Major Crimes Investigation Agency Launches, Prosecutorial Reform Accelerates

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The authority for prosecutors to initiate investigations is transferred to the Major Crimes Investigation Agency, while the Prosecution Office focuses on indictment and maintenance.
The new agency will investigate nine major crimes, including corruption, economic crimes, public officials, elections, defense projects, large-scale disasters, drugs, national security, and cybercrime.
The Prosecution Office Act and Major Crimes Investigation Agency Act were announced on January 12, 2026, with follow-up measures such as organizational and system establishment underway.

[2026-01-13]Korean Green Bond Support Expanded to Boost SME Decarbonization Investment

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The Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment and the Korea Environmental Industry & Technology Institute are significantly expanding green bond and green ABS issuance support this year.
Support now covers SMEs’ working capital and extends interest cost aid up to three years, easing financial burdens.
Applications for green bond interest subsidy open June 12, and green ABS support starts June 21.

[2026-01-11]Foreign Minister Cho Receives KOICA Briefing

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Foreign Minister Cho Hyun received a briefing from KOICA President Jang Won-sam on the agency’s project direction and operational improvement plans.
Minister Cho emphasized the importance of strategic ODA that contributes to national interests and key government policies, explaining the formation of a task force to integrate KOICA’s aid efforts and enhance accountability.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs plans to strengthen KOICA’s organizational operations and ODA implementation based on the briefing results.