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The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism will invest KRW 43 billion to nurture over 3,400 content industry professionals in response to AI technology expansion.
In 2024, a new AI-focused academy will train 1,200 specialists, including creators and game industry job seekers.
Specialized training and overseas market entry support will be offered throughout the year, with details available on KOCCA and EduKOCCA websites.

The Korean government plans to convert livestock manure into renewable energy, generating electricity for 38,000 households annually by 2030.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs is implementing measures such as improving solid fuel quality, expanding production facilities, and utilizing large power plants.
By converting 1.18 million tons of manure per year, Korea aims to reduce 500,000 tons of greenhouse gases and stabilize energy supply.

The authority for prosecutors to initiate investigations is transferred to the Major Crimes Investigation Agency, while the Prosecution Office focuses on indictment and maintenance.
The new agency will investigate nine major crimes, including corruption, economic crimes, public officials, elections, defense projects, large-scale disasters, drugs, national security, and cybercrime.
The Prosecution Office Act and Major Crimes Investigation Agency Act were announced on January 12, 2026, with follow-up measures such as organizational and system establishment underway.

In March 2025, a massive wildfire devastated 99,289 hectares across five cities in Gyeongbuk, including Togat Village in Andong.
Local youth group ‘Localgraphy May’ supported residents through government programs, documenting recovery and organizing cultural activities.
Their ongoing efforts led to exhibitions and will continue in 2026, focusing on recording and supporting wildfire-affected villages.

The disability pension in Korea will rise to a maximum of KRW 439,700 per month in 2026, with a basic benefit increase of KRW 7,190.
The government is launching the ‘First Step Job Guarantee Center’ for unemployed youth and investing KRW 576.2 billion to supply 7,820 hydrogen vehicles.
Additional policies include avian influenza control, support for small businesses, and expansion of home-based long-term care centers.

From January 2024, National and Basic Pension payments increase by 2.1%, with income standard limits adjusted from July.
Around 7.52 million National Pension recipients and 7.79 million Basic Pension recipients will receive higher payments.
The Ministry of Health and Welfare will revise related notices and strengthen guidance on these changes.