The KFDA has recommended that doctors check patients’ medication history when prescribing appetite suppressants.
This measure aims to prevent misuse of appetite suppressants and ensure patient safety.
The KFDA plans to continue strengthening guidelines for drug safety management.

The user convenience of the Medical Device E-Government System has been significantly improved.
With this improvement, users can now handle their complaints more easily.
The government plans to continue enhancing the system to further increase user convenience.

The Jongmyo Management Office of the Cultural Heritage Administration has completed the restoration of approximately 80 meters of the eastern wall of the World Heritage Jongmyo.
This restoration aimed to enhance the structural stability of the wall and address cracks and deformations, applying traditional restoration techniques to minimize damage to the original form.
The Jongmyo Management Office plans to continue systematic inspections and management to create a safe environment for visitors.

LG Energy Solution’s patent was registered 19 days after applying for fast-track examination.
The Intellectual Property Office will hold a certificate awarding ceremony for the first patents registered under the fast-track system.
Next year, the number of fast-track examinations will be significantly increased.

The South Korean government has projected a 2.5% economic growth rate for 2023.
This forecast is influenced by global economic uncertainties and a slowdown in domestic consumption.
The government plans to implement various economic policies to overcome these challenges.

The Intellectual Property Office awarded outstanding patent counselors at the Patent Customer Counseling Center.
The event was organized to commemorate the center’s milestone of 14 million cumulative consultations and its selection as an excellent call center.
Award recipients were selected based on their counseling performance, expertise, and customer praise.