The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism will invest 43 billion won to nurture over 3,400 content industry professionals in response to AI technology expansion.
In 2024, new initiatives like the Generative AI Content Academy and specialized training for international advancement are being launched.
Applicants can join programs according to annual schedules, with details available on KOCCA and EduKOCCA websites.
The Korean government plans to convert livestock manure into solid fuel, generating electricity for 38,000 households annually by 2030.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs aims to utilize 1.18 million tons of manure per year and reduce greenhouse gases by 500,000 tons annually.
Expansion of 25 production facilities, quality improvements, and increased demand are expected to stabilize and enhance the renewable energy transition.
Prosecutors’ direct investigation authority is transferred to the Major Crime Investigation Agency, while the Prosecution Office focuses on indictment and maintenance.
The new agency will investigate nine major crimes, including corruption, economic crimes, public officials, elections, defense projects, major disasters, drugs, national security, and cybercrime.
Relevant bills were pre-announced on January 12, 2026, with swift follow-up measures for organization and system implementation expected.
The authority for direct investigations by prosecutors will be transferred to the Major Crimes Investigation Agency.
The agency will investigate nine major crimes, while the Prosecution Office will focus on prosecution and maintenance.
The Prosecution Reform Task Force plans to announce the related bills by October.
Starting January, the disability pension amount has been increased to a maximum of 439,700 KRW per month.
The Ministry of Health and Welfare has raised the basic pension amount by 7,190 KRW, reflecting the national consumer price index.
The disability pension is provided to severely disabled individuals aged 18 and over, and applications can be made at community centers or online.
President Lee Jae-myung will visit Japan from November 13 to 14.
The visit is at the invitation of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, and the two leaders will hold a summit and dinner.
The Blue House stated that this visit will strengthen shuttle diplomacy and advance future-oriented Korea-Japan relations.