[2026-01-13]Gov24 Launches Easy Certificate Issuance for 2025 Year-End Tax Settlement

Gov24 allows users to easily obtain five types of certificates for the 2025 year-end tax settlement until June 30.
The Ministry of the Interior and Safety has enhanced user convenience with various authentication methods, a dedicated portal, and a queue system.
Certificate issuance is free, but users should verify the official Gov24 website to avoid private agency fees.

[2026-01-13]Korea Expands Drug Side Effect Compensation and Raises Medical Expense Limit

The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety announced a five-year plan (2026–2030) to improve the drug side effect compensation system.
Compensation now covers outpatient treatment before and after hospitalization, and the maximum medical expense limit increases from 30 million to 50 million KRW.
Key strategies include simplifying application procedures, strengthening guidance for medical staff, and rationalizing system operations.

[2026-01-13]Korean Green Bond Support Expands in 2024, Boosting SME Decarbonization

The Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment and KEITI are significantly expanding Korea\’s green bond and green ABS issuance support in 2024.
The revised green taxonomy now covers next-generation low-carbon technologies and broadens funding for SMEs, including working capital.
Interest cost support is extended up to 3 years and KRW 300 million per company, with applications available via the Responsible Investment Platform.

[2026-01-13]Key South Korean Policies for 2024: Regular Employment and Flexible Working Hours

The South Korean government has resumed its regular employment support program after two years, expanding eligibility to companies with fewer than 30 employees.
New policies for 2024 include the 10 a.m. parental start time and reduced working hours, offering financial support to both workers and employers.
Authorities plan to continue addressing labor market disparities and will review policy effectiveness for further improvements.

[2026-01-13]Cambodia Scam Ring Busted: Korean Victims Recover ₩26.7 Billion

The Korean government, in cooperation with Cambodian police, arrested 26 members of a scam ring impersonating state agencies in Phnom Penh.
The group defrauded 165 Korean nationals of a total of ₩26.7 billion and committed sexual exploitation crimes against female victims.
Authorities plan swift extradition and strict punishment, while providing support and prevention measures for victims.

[2026-01-13]NTS Launches Task Force to Integrate Collection of KRW 284 Trillion Non-Tax Revenue

The National Tax Service has launched a task force to integrate the collection of KRW 284 trillion in non-tax revenue.
Non-tax revenue has been managed separately under over 300 laws, with outstanding payments reaching KRW 25 trillion in 2024.
The integration aims to prevent fiscal revenue leakage and improve payment convenience for citizens.