[2026-02-05]South Korea Expands Youth Employment and Regional Investment with Major Corporate Pledge

South Korea’s government and leading corporations are collaborating to boost youth employment and regional investment.
Ten major conglomerates pledged 270 trillion KRW in local investments and increased hiring, with a focus on new graduates.
The initiatives and commitments were announced at a high-level meeting on February 4, 2026.

[2026-02-05]South Korea’s 2026 Economic Leap: Capital Market, Startup, and K-Content Policies

South Korea is implementing major economic reforms to drive inclusive growth and innovation.
Key changes include capital market tax relief, expanded startup support, and K-content production incentives.
These measures are being rolled out in 2026 with several programs already active.

[2026-02-05]Korean Oyster Aquaculture: Seasonal Production, Varieties, and Culinary Tourism in Tongyeong

Korea’s oyster industry is a major contributor to global production, with advanced aquaculture and diverse culinary offerings.
Recent innovations allow for year-round oyster consumption, expanding tourism and local business opportunities.
Winter remains peak season, but new triploid oysters are available throughout the year in select Tongyeong restaurants.

[2026-02-04]South Korea Cabinet Approves Key Legal Reforms on Copyright, Semiconductors, and Child Protection

South Korea’s 4th State Council meeting resulted in the approval of 18 legal promulgations and 10 presidential decrees.
Key changes include reforms in copyright protection, semiconductor industry support, and child protection measures.
Several new laws and amendments will be implemented starting February 2025, with immediate actions for some policies.

[2026-02-04]Korean President Lee Jae-myung Respects Court Ruling on KBS Board Appointments

President Lee Jae-myung has chosen not to appeal the court’s cancellation of seven KBS board member appointments.
This decision follows a January 2024 ruling that found the previous appointment process unlawful.
The announcement was made on February 3, 2026, confirming the government’s respect for judicial decisions.

[2026-02-04]South Korea Cabinet Reviews Real Estate Tax, Startup Policy, and Social Welfare Measures

The South Korean Cabinet held its 4th meeting to address key policy issues.
Major topics included real estate tax, startup regulations, and social welfare initiatives.
Discussions and decisions were made on February 3, 2026, with further actions planned.