[2026-03-25]South Korea Updates Rice Policy, Wildfire Victim Support, and Animal Reporting System

South Korea is implementing flexible rice supply policies and enhancing wildfire victim support.
The government has also streamlined the animal abandonment and loss reporting system.
These changes are being rolled out throughout 2024 with ongoing improvements.

[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.

[2026-03-24]South Korea Unveils 100% Domestic Physical AI Platform for Smart Factories

South Korea introduced a fully domestic physical AI platform for manufacturing at KAIST.
This initiative aims to reduce reliance on foreign solutions and foster exportable smart factory models.
The platform was unveiled on March 23, 2026, marking a significant policy milestone.

[2026-03-24]BTS Comeback Spurs Korean Tourism and Policy Reform for Sustainable Growth

The BTS comeback concert in Seoul has triggered significant economic and tourism effects.
Government policies are being reformed to sustain and expand these impacts across venues, ticketing, and regional tourism.
Implementation began in early 2024, with new measures and infrastructure upgrades underway.