The South Korean government is launching a high oil price relief fund for 70% of residents.
Support is prioritized for vulnerable groups and varies by region and income.
Payments begin April 27 for priority groups, with broader rollout from May 18.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs has selected 145 companies for the Global NEXT K-Food Project.
This initiative aims to expand K-Food exports through tailored regional strategies and public-private cooperation.
The project was announced on June 9, 2024, and is currently being implemented.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism is holding the K-Tourism Roadshow in Japan to attract more Japanese visitors to Korea.
The initiative responds to record-high Japanese arrivals and aims to further increase tourism during Japan’s Golden Week.
Events are taking place in Osaka, Tokyo, and Fukuoka through April 30, 2024.
The South Korean government has introduced new measures to improve public sector virtual asset management.
Key changes include mandatory cold wallet storage and split management of access keys.
These measures were announced on June 10, 2025, following recent asset loss incidents.
The Korean government is overhauling its ISMS and ISMS-P certification systems to enhance data protection.
Key changes include mandatory certification for large-scale data handlers and the introduction of on-site and technical audits.
New aftercare and differentiated certification levels will begin in late 2024, with full rollout by 2027.
South Korea is strengthening privacy protections in public online surveys and revising workplace bullying investigation procedures.
The DMZ Peace Trail’s 12 themed routes are now fully open, offering unique peace and ecological experiences.
Key changes are being implemented in 2024, with new guidelines and expanded public access.