metaqsol South Korea announced the results of the 2025 Comprehensive Civil Service Evaluation, recognizing 32 top-performing agencies.
The evaluation introduced new criteria to enhance safety and responsiveness in public service.
The program is ongoing, with annual assessments and continued support for underperforming agencies.
South Korea has confirmed African Swine Fever at a pig farm in Changnyeong, prompting immediate national biosecurity measures.
A 24-hour standstill order and mass culling are being enforced to prevent further spread.
As of February 4, 2026, these actions are actively underway with ongoing monitoring.
The 2025 Korea Entrepreneurship Survey reports overall improvements in entrepreneurship indices for individuals and companies.
Corporate entrepreneurship indices showed a more significant increase than individual scores, highlighting sectoral recovery.
Survey results were announced on June 4, 2025, with public access via official platforms.
The Buyeo National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage has announced major findings from the Gwanbuk-ri Site excavation.
Key discoveries include Korea’s largest single-site cache of wooden tablets and the first physical Baekje transverse flute.
Results will be publicly presented on February 5, 2024, marking a milestone in Korean heritage research.
The ‘Geunyang Dream’ pilot program offers immediate food and essentials without income verification.
This initiative addresses gaps in traditional welfare by providing rapid, unconditional support.
As of January 2024, it operates in 107 locations and plans to expand to 300 by year-end.
South Korea has announced a comprehensive reform of the KS certification system to address evolving industrial needs.
The changes expand eligibility to design and development firms, strengthen enforcement, and introduce wind industry-specific measures.
The new policy was unveiled on February 4, 2026, and will be implemented in cooperation with relevant ministries.