The Ministry of Science and ICT is launching a comprehensive strategy to achieve independence in fusion superconductor technology by 2035.
This initiative includes infrastructure development, global research partnerships, and industry-academia collaboration.
Key facilities and agreements are being established in 2024, with full-scale research and development underway.
South Korea is launching 10 AI Innovation Graduate Schools in 2024 to accelerate national AI transformation.
The initiative aims to cultivate AX talent by integrating domain expertise with AI technology for industry innovation.
Applications are open until July 25, with plans to expand to 22 schools by 2030.
Gochang in Jeollabuk-do is Korea’s leading producer of freshwater eel, accounting for over 30% of national output.
The region’s culinary and tourism sectors are shaped by the seasonal availability and unique farming methods of eel.
Peak season for freshwater eel is August to September, with local restaurants offering diverse dishes and experiences.
The Korea Customs Service requires travelers to report cash and payment instruments exceeding $10,000.
Failure to comply can result in fines or criminal penalties depending on the amount.
These rules are actively enforced as of 2025, with ongoing public guidance.
South Korea has achieved the world’s second-highest growth rate in solid-state battery patent filings.
Four Korean companies are among the global top ten patent applicants, reflecting strong industry leadership.
The government is investing heavily, with commercialization expected between 2027 and 2030.
South Korea has confirmed a high-pathogenic avian influenza outbreak at a Pocheon egg farm.
Authorities are implementing stricter biosecurity and disease control measures nationwide.
The outbreak was identified on February 17, 2026, with immediate response actions underway.