The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism is launching special K-Culture programs at five major national cultural institutions.
These initiatives aim to enhance the experience of foreign visitors attending the BTS comeback concert by showcasing Korean heritage, art, and literature.
The programs run from April 20 through June 2024, with events tailored to each institution.
South Korea’s social trust and etiquette underpin public safety and daily interactions.
These values influence behaviors in cafes, markets, and public spaces, fostering mutual respect.
Current observations highlight ongoing cultural practices and their policy relevance.
South Korea’s Onnuri Gift Certificate policy aims to boost local economies and support traditional markets.
Recent survey data shows MZ generation usage trends and highlights challenges in accessibility and effectiveness.
As of last year, only 69.3% of the issuance target was met, prompting ongoing policy discussions.
Hoengseong County is launching an integrated home care policy to address medical and welfare gaps for elderly and disabled residents.
The program shifts from fragmented, application-based services to proactive, coordinated support delivered directly to homes.
Full-scale implementation begins March 27, 2026, following a successful pilot and ongoing local adaptation.
The Korean government has implemented comprehensive safety measures for the BTS comeback event in Seoul.
Expanded crowd control and emergency inspections aim to prevent accidents and ensure visitor safety.
Policies are in effect from March 20 to 22, covering all major event and accommodation sites.
South Korea has announced a national R&D strategy to foster the brain-computer interface (BCI) industry.
The policy aims to accelerate clinical trials, commercialize BCI technologies, and build regional brain industry clusters.
Implementation begins in 2025 with mission-driven projects and regulatory collaboration.