South Korea is implementing stricter driving laws in 2024 to enhance road safety.
Key changes include harsher penalties for drug and alcohol offenses and practical license reforms.
Major updates take effect in April and October 2024.
Korea’s housing lease law grants tenants a one-time lease renewal claim right.
Recontracting with significant changes resets the renewal claim eligibility.
Recent court cases clarify how and when these rights can be exercised.
South Korea and Vietnam held a high-level dialogue to reinforce their comprehensive strategic partnership.
The discussion emphasized cooperation in nuclear energy, high-speed rail, and urban development.
The talks took place following the reappointment of To Lam as General Secretary at Vietnam’s 14th Party Congress.
South Korea is sending special envoys to Honduras to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
The mission aims to enhance diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties with the new Honduran government.
The visit is scheduled from February 3 to February 5.
South Korea held a high-level meeting to address recent US tariff increases.
Officials reviewed the progress of the Strategic Investment Law and planned diplomatic visits.
Actions and negotiations are ongoing as of January 27, 2026.
President Lee Jae-myung chaired the third cabinet meeting, focusing on active policy debate and rule enforcement.
Key legislative actions included amendments to urban renewal, welfare, and military personnel laws.
All 22 agenda items were approved, with immediate effect for new measures.