A government task force arrested 26 scam crime syndicate members in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
The syndicate defrauded 165 Korean nationals of approximately 26.7 billion won and committed sexual exploitation crimes.
The government plans to provide victim support and prevent recurrence while swiftly extraditing the criminals.
President Lee Jae-myung hosted a luncheon with major religious leaders at the Blue House to mark the New Year 2026.
The President emphasized the importance of national unity and requested cooperation from the religious community.
Religious leaders discussed solutions to issues related to cults and hate problems.
Chief Secretary Kang Hoon-sik highlighted the danger of the recent urban bow incident.
He pointed out that bows and arrows are classified as sports equipment, allowing purchase without registration.
He instructed the Ministry of Justice and the National Police Agency to review weapon management systems and propose improvements.
Chief Secretary Kang Hoon-sik highlighted the danger of the recent urban bow incident.
He pointed out that bows and arrows are classified as sports equipment, allowing purchase without registration.
He instructed the Ministry of Justice and the National Police Agency to review weapon management systems and propose improvements.
President Lee Jae-myung will host a luncheon meeting with major religious leaders at the Blue House to mark the New Year 2026.
The event aims to listen to the wisdom and capabilities of the religious community to promote national unity and restore social trust.
Leaders from Buddhism, Christianity, Catholicism, Won Buddhism, Confucianism, and Cheondoism are expected to attend.
The government task force arrested 26 scam crime members in Cambodia.
They impersonated prosecutors and financial authorities to steal over 26.7 billion KRW and committed sexual exploitation crimes.
The government plans to swiftly extradite and punish the criminals while providing support and prevention measures for the victims.