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From 2026, the maximum monthly disability pension will increase to 439,700 KRW, and youth job support programs will expand.
The government will invest 576.2 billion KRW to supply 7,820 hydrogen vehicles, while strengthening industrial accident prevention and small business support.
Measures such as avian influenza control and a new intergovernmental vaccine task force will enhance public safety and welfare.

From January 2024, National Pension and Basic Pension payments have increased by 2.1%, with income standard limits to be raised from July.
Approximately 7.52 million National Pension recipients and 7.79 million Basic Pension recipients will receive the increased amounts.
The special rule for income standard determination is extended for three years, and the Ministry of Health and Welfare will revise related notices sequentially.

The Ministry of Economy and Finance and the Ministry of Science and ICT will operate a permanent R&D budget council starting this year.
Of the total 2024 R&D budget of KRW 35.5 trillion, 85.3% (KRW 30.5 trillion) is allocated to major R&D projects.
Both ministries aim to improve expertise and fiscal efficiency by expanding cooperation in the budget allocation process.

Gov24 allows users to easily obtain five types of certificates for the 2025 year-end tax settlement until June 30.
The Ministry of the Interior and Safety has enhanced user convenience with various authentication methods, a dedicated portal, and a queue system.
Certificate issuance is free, but users should verify the official Gov24 website to avoid private agency fees.

The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety announced a five-year plan (2026–2030) to improve the drug side effect compensation system.
Compensation now covers outpatient treatment before and after hospitalization, and the maximum medical expense limit increases from 30 million to 50 million KRW.
Key strategies include simplifying application procedures, strengthening guidance for medical staff, and rationalizing system operations.

The Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment and KEITI are significantly expanding Korea\’s green bond and green ABS issuance support in 2024.
The revised green taxonomy now covers next-generation low-carbon technologies and broadens funding for SMEs, including working capital.
Interest cost support is extended up to 3 years and KRW 300 million per company, with applications available via the Responsible Investment Platform.