metaqsol There has been criticism that including tar in the process of disclosing harmful substances in tobacco does not align with the law’s intent.
The Ministry of Health and Welfare and the Korea Food and Drug Administration stated that they will disclose all major harmful substances.
The government explained that the law on managing tobacco harmfulness does not limit the test and disclosure targets to single substances.
The Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA) announced that road weather risk information and observation data will be fully accessible to the public starting from the 15th.
Road weather risk information will be provided in real-time through navigation apps and electronic road signs.
The KMA plans to complete the installation of road weather observation networks on 31 national highways by 2027 and will continue to expand the service.
The Ministry of Defense held a joint enshrinement ceremony for 141 Korean War casualties discovered this year.
The ceremony was attended by key figures and soldiers who participated in the excavation.
The remains will undergo identification procedures before being returned to their families.
The Ministry of Health and Welfare and the National Health Insurance Service announced improvements to the Health Lifestyle Support Fund pilot project to enhance health management for hypertension and diabetes patients and those with health risk factors.
Participants in the primary care chronic disease management project can now automatically deduct their medical expenses within the range of their points.
The preventive pilot project area has been expanded from 15 to 50 regions, allowing more people to participate.
The Ministry of Trade has announced a call for applications for new specialized complexes in the fields of robots, defense, and batteries.
The designation aims to secure a competitive edge in robots and defense and strengthen the supply chain in the battery sector.
Interested institutions and companies can apply by February 27 next year, with the designation expected in the second half of the year.
The Ministry of Science and ICT is inviting ideas for research and development in national strategic technology fields and solutions to national and social challenges.
The contest covers various fields such as advanced bio, AI humanoids, and quantum technology, and accepts applications from both the general public and researchers.
Selected outstanding ideas will be announced in March next year, with the top prize including the Minister of Science and ICT Award and a cash prize of 3 million won.