[2026-02-17]South Korea Enhances Wildfire Response with Increased Helicopter Deployment

South Korea implemented a robust wildfire response policy for winter 2025-2026.
Helicopter deployment increased 2.5 times, reducing containment time and preventing casualties.
Agencies remain on 24-hour alert during the upcoming holiday period.

[2026-02-17]South Korea Expands Social Safety Policies: ‘Geunyang Dream’, School Uniform Costs, and Workation Centers

President Lee Jae-myung highlighted key social policies during the 23rd Senior Aides Meeting.
Policies include expanding ‘Geunyang Dream’, reviewing school uniform costs, and supporting workation centers.
These measures are currently under discussion and implementation as of February 12, 2026.

[2026-02-09]South Korea Strengthens Avian Influenza Response and Biosecurity Measures in 2025

South Korea has reinforced its avian influenza response following new H5N1 outbreaks in poultry farms.
The government implemented strict movement controls and enhanced biosecurity measures.
As of February 2025, these actions are actively enforced nationwide.

[2026-02-08]South Korea Accelerates Water Intake Facility Upgrades for Drought and Algae Resilience

South Korea is upgrading water intake and pumping stations to secure stable water supply amid climate risks.
Key changes include direct funding, expert management, and frequent inspections for faster implementation.
As of February 2026, 4 facilities are complete and 66 are under improvement, with 470 billion KRW allocated.

[2026-02-08]South Korea Advances Robot Startup Policy and Market Support in Daegu

The Ministry of SMEs and Startups convened a policy forum to support robot startups in Daegu.
Key measures include increased funding, market access, and workforce development for the robotics sector.
The initiative follows the January 2024 National Startup Era Strategy Meeting and is currently being implemented.