The Korea Meteorological Administration announced that road weather risk information and observation data will be fully accessible to the public starting from the 15th.
Road weather risk information is provided in real-time through navigation apps and electronic road signs.
The KMA plans to complete the installation of road weather observation networks on 31 national highways by 2027 and continuously expand the service.

The Ministry of Defense held a joint enshrinement ceremony for 141 Korean War casualties discovered this year.
The ceremony was attended by key officials and soldiers who participated in the excavation.
The remains will undergo identification procedures before being returned to their families.

The Ministry of Health and Welfare and the National Health Insurance Service announced improvements to the Health Lifestyle Support Fund pilot project to enhance health management for hypertension and diabetes patients and those with health risk factors.
With this improvement, patients participating in primary care chronic disease management can automatically deduct their medical expenses within the range of their points when paying at participating clinics.
The preventive pilot project areas have been expanded from 15 to 50, allowing more citizens to participate.

The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy announced a call for applications for the designation of new specialized complexes in the fields of robots, defense, and secondary batteries.
This initiative aims to secure competitive advantages in the robot and defense sectors and strengthen the supply chain in the secondary battery sector.
Interested institutions and companies can apply by February 27 next year, with final designations expected in the second half of the year.

The Ministry of Science and ICT is inviting research and development ideas to solve national and social challenges.
The contest seeks innovative ideas in fields such as advanced bio, AI humanoids, and quantum technology.
Selected outstanding ideas will be announced in March next year, with top prizes including the Minister’s Award and 3 million KRW.

South Korea and Japan have arranged a meeting to discuss expanding tourism exchanges and revitalizing regional tourism.
This year’s council will be held in Shiga Prefecture, Japan, with over 80 tourism industry representatives from both countries attending.
The discussion will focus on various tourism industry issues, especially marking the 60th anniversary of Korea-Japan diplomatic normalization.