South Korea is overhauling its adoption process to improve efficiency and accessibility.
Key changes include an online application system and expanded education sessions for prospective adoptive parents.
The new measures take effect starting April, with further enhancements planned.
The Ministry of Health and Welfare is reviewing welfare policy after a family tragedy in Ulsan.
Key changes include allowing public officials to apply for benefits on behalf of at-risk individuals without prior consent.
The government is actively considering legal amendments and enhanced case management as of March 2026.
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.
The Korean government has initiated the K-NVIDIA Project to strengthen its AI semiconductor sector.
A major investment and policy collaboration aims to shift from GPU reliance to NPU innovation.
The project was launched in March 2024, with funding and implementation underway.
South Korea has launched a multi-agency safety plan for the upcoming BTS concert in Seoul.
The policy aims to ensure crowd safety, prevent terror incidents, and protect cultural heritage sites.
Measures are being implemented ahead of the concert scheduled for June 21, 2026.
The Korean government is establishing an AI autonomous driving hub in Hwaseong to test real-world mobility services.
This initiative aims to support vulnerable groups and urban management through eight types of autonomous public service vehicles.
The hub opens on June 20, 2024, marking a significant step in autonomous vehicle policy implementation.