[2026-01-18]African Swine Fever and Avian Influenza Detected in Gangneung and Cheonan, Quarantine Measures Tightened

On January 17, African Swine Fever was confirmed at a pig farm in Gangneung, and highly pathogenic avian influenza was detected at a poultry farm in Cheonan.
A total of 20,150 pigs and numerous poultry are being culled, with emergency quarantine actions and movement bans enforced in affected regions.
Authorities urge all farms nationwide to strictly follow disinfection and biosecurity protocols to prevent further outbreaks.

[2026-01-11]Revenue Criteria for Listed Companies Removed, ISMS Certified Companies Included

To encourage voluntary security investments by companies and strengthen the public’s right to know, the revenue criteria for listed companies will be removed and ISMS certified companies will be included.
Public opinion on the amendment to the enforcement ordinance will be collected from January 9 to February 19.
The exception clause will also be abolished.

[2026-01-11]Five Firefighters Win 11th Korea Civil Servant Award

The National Fire Agency announced that five firefighters received the 11th Korea Civil Servant Award for their contributions to public safety at disaster sites and in policy-making.
The awardees were recognized not only for their disaster response achievements but also for their administrative capabilities in policy planning and institutional improvement.
This award is significant as it acknowledges achievements in both field response and policy planning, as well as in fire research and administrative areas.