The Personal Information Protection Commission examined Coupang’s handling of personal data and demanded improvements in terms of service and membership withdrawal procedures. Coupang’s exemption clauses and complicated withdrawal procedures were found to potentially violate the protection law. The PIPC has requested Coupang to submit the results of these actions within 7 days.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a launch ceremony for the advisory committee on diplomatic AI, chaired by Minister Cho Hyun. The committee consists of academic and corporate experts who will provide strategic advice for the successful implementation of the diplomatic AI project. Through this committee, the Ministry aims to strengthen public-private cooperation and continue communication with experts for the implementation of specialized diplomatic AI.
The second Intellectual Property Protection Policy Council of 2025 was held at the Government Complex Sejong. The council discussed intellectual property-related lawsuits and policy tasks while seeking cooperation among relevant departments. Each agency shared their achievements from this year and plans for the next year, discussing aspects of cooperation.
The Presidential Committee on Carbon Neutrality and Green Growth will hold the ‘2026 Carbon Neutral Industrial Transition Support Project Conference’ at the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry on December 16. The conference aims to introduce government support projects and financial institutions’ funding programs to companies that need to implement carbon reduction. To attend the event, pre-registration must be completed by Tuesday, December 16, and online broadcasting will also be provided.
The Korea Forest Service hosted an award ceremony for contributors to international forest cooperation. Eight individuals were recognized for their outstanding contributions in five areas including climate change and international forest fire cooperation. Awardees were encouraged to continue leading efforts in addressing global forest disasters.
The Rural Development Administration held the 3rd ASTIS Data Utilization Contest, selecting outstanding organizations for their digital rural guidance service. ASTIS is a platform providing customized agricultural information, with Jeollanam-do Agricultural Research & Extension Services, Cheongju Agricultural Technology Center, and Gyeonggi-do Agricultural Technology Center being recognized. The Rural Development Administration plans to continue upgrading the service and solve agricultural issues swiftly through data-based rural guidance services.