South Korea is advancing specialized AI foundation models in medical and bio sectors.
Lunit and KAIST consortia have achieved high benchmark results and continue to receive GPU support.
The second phase of development runs from April 1 to September 9, 2024.
South Korea is advancing key policies on scientific infrastructure, disaster support, and lifelong education.
The Ochang Synchrotron Accelerator project faces delays, disaster support is clarified, and education vouchers are expanded.
As of 2024, government agencies are actively addressing implementation and eligibility issues.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Arts Welfare Foundation are accepting applications for the 2026 Artist Activity Preparation Fund.
Eligibility now includes overseas Korean artists residing in Korea who meet certain requirements.
Applications are open from May 23 to June 17, 2024.
South Korea is implementing comprehensive reforms to strengthen its capital markets.
Key changes include Kosdaq segmentation, stricter duplicate listing rules, and enhanced oversight.
The reforms were announced on March 18, 2026, and will be rolled out through 2028.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs has launched the K-Food One-Stop Export Support Hub to address export challenges.
This initiative provides a single window for Korean food exporters to resolve customs, quarantine, and logistics issues.
The hub is currently operational, with hotline and online support available for export companies.
South Korea is launching a pilot travel subsidy program targeting rural areas with population decline.
Travelers can receive a 50% refund of expenses as mobile regional vouchers, encouraging tourism and local spending.
The program begins in April 2024 with 16 selected municipalities and runs until June, with plans for expansion.