[2025-12-10]Military Clashes Reoccur at Thailand-Cambodia Border

Military clashes between Thailand and Cambodia have reoccurred at the border, prompting the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to issue level 3 travel advisories (recommendation to leave) for the area. The special travel advisory for areas within 50km of the Thailand-Cambodia border has been upgraded to level 3. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will continue to monitor the situation in Thailand and Cambodia and assess the need for additional travel advisory adjustments.

[2025-12-10]PIPC Urges Coupang to Improve Terms of Service and Membership Withdrawal Procedures

The Personal Information Protection Commission examined Coupang’s handling of personal data and demanded improvements in terms of service and membership withdrawal procedures. Coupang’s exemption clauses and complicated withdrawal procedures were found to potentially violate the protection law. The PIPC has requested Coupang to submit the results of these actions within 7 days.

[2025-12-10]Launch of Advisory Committee on Diplomatic AI

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a launch ceremony for the advisory committee on diplomatic AI, chaired by Minister Cho Hyun. The committee consists of academic and corporate experts who will provide strategic advice for the successful implementation of the diplomatic AI project. Through this committee, the Ministry aims to strengthen public-private cooperation and continue communication with experts for the implementation of specialized diplomatic AI.

[2025-12-10]2025’s Second Intellectual Property Protection Policy Council Held

The second Intellectual Property Protection Policy Council of 2025 was held at the Government Complex Sejong. The council discussed intellectual property-related lawsuits and policy tasks while seeking cooperation among relevant departments. Each agency shared their achievements from this year and plans for the next year, discussing aspects of cooperation.

[2025-12-10]2026 Carbon Neutral Industrial Transition Support Project Conference

The Presidential Committee on Carbon Neutrality and Green Growth will hold the ‘2026 Carbon Neutral Industrial Transition Support Project Conference’ at the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry on December 16. The conference aims to introduce government support projects and financial institutions’ funding programs to companies that need to implement carbon reduction. To attend the event, pre-registration must be completed by Tuesday, December 16, and online broadcasting will also be provided.

[2025-12-10]Awards for International Forest Cooperation on International Mountain Day

The Korea Forest Service hosted an award ceremony for contributors to international forest cooperation. Eight individuals were recognized for their outstanding contributions in five areas including climate change and international forest fire cooperation. Awardees were encouraged to continue leading efforts in addressing global forest disasters.