[2026-03-24]South Korea Designates 2026 Priority Quarantine Regions for Infectious Disease Control

South Korea has designated 21 countries as priority quarantine regions for infectious disease control in 2026 Q2.
Travelers from these regions must submit Q-CODE or a health questionnaire upon entry.
The new designations take effect from April 1, 2026.

[2026-03-24]Korea Public Procurement Expo 2026: Innovation, AI, and Global Market Expansion

KOPPEX 2026 is Korea’s largest public procurement expo, supporting SMEs and innovation.
The event features 700 companies, a new AI Special Pavilion, and revamped awards.
KOPPEX 2026 will take place at KINTEX from March 25 to 27, 2026.

[2026-03-24]South Korea Unveils New SME Policy Directions for Innovation and Fair Growth

South Korea announced comprehensive policy directions for SMEs focusing on innovation, regional growth, and fair competition.
Key changes include expanded R&D support, regional talent programs, and stronger protections against unfair practices.
The policies were presented on March 20, 2026, with implementation beginning in 2024 and new laws planned for the first half of the year.

[2026-03-24]South Korea Expands Regional Talent Recruitment in Civil Service Exams

The South Korean government is reforming civil service recruitment to expand opportunities for regional talent.
Key changes include new regional bonus points, unified residency requirements, and expanded career recognition.
Implementation begins in 2025 for most sectors, with phased changes for police and fire exams by 2028.

[2026-03-24]South Korea Intensifies Crackdown on Unfair Trading by Financial Influencers

Korean financial authorities are intensifying investigations into unfair trading by financial influencers on SNS and stock broadcasts.
The crackdown targets pre-arranged trading, false information, and market manipulation, with strict penalties for violations.
A focused reporting period begins March 23, with rewards for whistleblowers and ongoing monitoring.

[2026-03-24]South Korea Unveils Comprehensive SME Policy for Innovation and Fair Growth

The South Korean government announced a new policy to strengthen SMEs through innovation, regional support, and fair market practices.
Key measures include expanded R&D funding, regional talent programs, and enhanced protections for SMEs.
The policy direction was presented on March 20, 2026, and implementation is underway.