[2026-02-01]South Korea Dispatches Special Envoys to Honduras for Bilateral Cooperation Enhancement

South Korea is sending special envoys to Honduras to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
The mission aims to enhance diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties with the new Honduran government.
The visit is scheduled from February 3 to February 5.

[2026-01-29]South Korea Reviews US Tariff Increase: Strategic Investment Law and Diplomatic Actions

South Korea held a high-level meeting to address recent US tariff increases.
Officials reviewed the progress of the Strategic Investment Law and planned diplomatic visits.
Actions and negotiations are ongoing as of January 27, 2026.

[2026-01-29]South Korea’s Third Cabinet Meeting: Policy Debates and Key Legislative Actions

President Lee Jae-myung chaired the third cabinet meeting, focusing on active policy debate and rule enforcement.
Key legislative actions included amendments to urban renewal, welfare, and military personnel laws.
All 22 agenda items were approved, with immediate effect for new measures.

[2026-01-29]South Korea Expands Foreign Investment Incentives for Regional and Youth Growth

South Korea is launching new policies to support foreign-invested companies and regional growth.
The initiative aims to increase youth employment and attract major foreign investment projects.
The policy was announced at a high-level meeting on January 28, 2026.

[2026-01-29]South Korea and Qatar Strengthen Strategic Partnership Through High-Level Talks

South Korea and Qatar are deepening their strategic partnership through high-level diplomatic engagement.
The visit of Qatar’s special envoy signals strengthened cooperation in defense, investment, and energy.
This initiative follows a recent leader-level call and took place in January 2026.

[2026-01-28]Next-Gen Power Grids: How Renewable Energy and AI Are Shaping Korea’s Electricity Future

The limitations of Korea’s traditional power grid are becoming clear amid rising renewable energy adoption and increasing electricity demand.
Advanced technologies like AI, ESS, and VPP are being deployed to optimize electricity production, storage, and consumption, with Jeonnam as a pilot region.
The new grid aims to ensure stable power supply, reduce costs, and foster industrial and regional growth.