President Lee Jae-myung hosted a luncheon for South Korea’s 2026 Winter Olympic athletes to recognize their achievements.
The event highlighted new government commitments to expand training infrastructure and improve athlete welfare.
The luncheon took place on March 5, 2026, marking the first Olympic celebration under the new administration.
South Korea’s Ministry of Health and Welfare has expanded the regional essential doctor pilot program to Chungnam and Gyeongbuk.
The initiative will support 40 specialists in key medical fields with financial and settlement benefits.
Implementation begins in the second half of 2024, with ongoing monitoring and recruitment.
Korea CDC visited Germany to strengthen public health crisis response and data-based cooperation.
The agency discussed AI surveillance, data standardization, and strategic partnerships with key European institutions.
The official visit took place March 4–5, 2024, marking Korea CDC’s first formal engagement with Germany.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs announced stable food price trends for February 2026.
Agricultural product prices rose only 1.4%, below the overall inflation rate of 2.0%, due to targeted government measures.
Ongoing monitoring and interventions are planned to maintain price stability and support consumers.
The Korea Customs Service has announced urgent customs and logistics support for companies affected by Middle East instability.
Key measures include expedited processing, tax relief, and supply chain monitoring to minimize trade disruptions.
Implementation is underway, with dedicated teams and contact points established for impacted firms.
South Korea is implementing new statutes affecting education, environment, and consumer protection.
Key changes include restricting student use of smart devices in schools and promoting offshore wind power.
These statutes take effect in March 2024, impacting schools, industries, and local governments.