The Buyeo National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage has announced major findings from the Gwanbuk-ri Site excavation.
Key discoveries include Korea’s largest single-site cache of wooden tablets and the first physical Baekje transverse flute.
Results will be publicly presented on February 5, 2024, marking a milestone in Korean heritage research.
The Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission of Korea conducted corruption impact assessments on 1,357 laws in 2023.
Recommendations for improvement were made for 247 corruption risk factors across 122 laws, focusing on transparency and fairness.
The evaluation covered central administrative agencies and will continue to target laws affecting citizens’ rights and daily life.
The ‘Just Dream’ program in South Korea provides immediate food and essentials without requiring documentation.
This policy has lowered welfare barriers and connected vulnerable individuals to broader public support.
Launched in December 2023, it has aided over 36,000 people and is expanding rapidly in 2024.
South Korea has announced a major reform of the KS certification system after more than 60 years.
The changes expand eligibility to designers and developers, extend validity periods, and strengthen enforcement against illegal use.
The policy was jointly announced by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy and the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards on February 4.
Korea’s Financial Services Commission held the 6th ESG Finance Promotion Group meeting to discuss ESG disclosure institutionalization.
The meeting focused on finalizing sustainability disclosure standards and a roadmap, addressing market uncertainty and stakeholder concerns.
The roadmap is set for announcement by April 2024, with broad public consultation and phased implementation.
The Korea Meteorological Administration reported January 2026 as exceptionally dry and cold.
Record-low precipitation and persistent cold spells marked a significant climate anomaly.
These conditions prompted increased monitoring and policy response from authorities.