The government is pushing for the inclusion of the Korean stock market in the MSCI Developed Market Index to address the ‘Korea Discount’.
Efforts will focus on improving the structure of the foreign exchange and capital markets and establishing an advanced investment environment.
If inclusion is decided next year, index-tracking funds are expected to flow into the country around 2028.

President Lee Jae-myung stated that this year’s economic growth rate is expected to be around 2%.
He emphasized the need for all citizens to share in the fruits of economic growth.
He called for extraordinary measures to address youth issues by mobilizing national capabilities.

The government aims to achieve a 2.0% economic growth rate this year by investing 727.9 trillion won.
The strategy focuses on four main areas: macroeconomic management, potential growth rate rebound, balanced national growth, and strengthening the foundation for a great leap.
Various support measures are included to elevate key industries such as semiconductors, defense, and artificial intelligence to global powerhouses.

Starting February, civil defense sirens will sound in disaster situations such as typhoons, floods, and wildfires.
The government decided to expand the use of sirens due to frequent urgent evacuation needs caused by rapid wildfires and extreme heavy rains.
Additionally, various new policies will be introduced from the new year, including increased reserve training fees and the implementation of a livelihood account system.

President Lee Jae-myung will visit Japan from the 13th to the 14th.
This visit is at the invitation of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, and the two leaders will hold a summit and dinner.
The Blue House expects this visit to enhance shuttle diplomacy and contribute to the future-oriented development of Korea-Japan relations.

Starting this year, the National Heritage Repair Qualification Exam will be conducted in a dispersed manner.
Outdoor categories will be held from April 11 to 24, and indoor categories from June 26 to July 16.
Candidates must check the application period and exam dates on Q-Net or the National Heritage Administration website.