[2026-01-13]Major Crime Investigation Agency and Prosecution Office Act: Key Reforms in Korean Prosecution System

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Prosecutors’ direct investigation authority is transferred to the Major Crime Investigation Agency, while the Prosecution Office focuses on indictment and maintenance.
The new agency will investigate nine major crimes, including corruption, economic crimes, public officials, elections, defense projects, major disasters, drugs, national security, and cybercrime.
Relevant bills were pre-announced on January 12, 2026, with swift follow-up measures for organization and system implementation expected.

[2026-01-12]President Lee Jae-myung to Host Luncheon Meeting with Party Leaders at Blue House

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President Lee Jae-myung will host a luncheon meeting with party leaders at the Blue House on January 16, 2026.
The meeting will discuss the new year\’s policy direction, recovery of livelihoods, and bipartisan cooperation for national stability.
The Blue House plans to continue communication with party leaders, aiming for national advancement based on unity and trust.

[2026-01-12]President Lee Jae-myung Hosts 2026 New Year Religious Leaders Forum for National Unity

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President Lee Jae-myung is holding a New Year luncheon and forum with religious leaders at the Blue House in 2026.
Key figures from Buddhism, Christianity, Catholicism, Won Buddhism, Confucianism, and Cheondoism will discuss restoring social trust and cooperation.
The event aims to seek wisdom for overcoming division and fostering national integration.

[2026-01-12]Cambodia Scam Ring Busted: 26 Arrested, 26.7 Billion KRW Stolen and Sexual Exploitation Revealed

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The government\’s Transnational Crime Task Force arrested 26 scam ring members in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, with local police cooperation.
The group impersonated authorities and confined victims in hotels, stealing over 26.7 billion KRW from 165 Koreans and forcing sexual exploitation videos from female victims.
Authorities pledge swift extradition and punishment, victim support, and strict measures against digital and transnational crimes.

[2026-01-12]President Lee Jae-myung Hosts Luncheon with Seven Major Religious Leaders for National Unity

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On January 12, 2026, President Lee Jae-myung held a luncheon at the Blue House with leaders from seven major religions to discuss national unity.
The meeting addressed key issues such as cult-related problems, low birth rates, and inter-Korean relations through open dialogue.
The Blue House announced plans to continue engaging with religious communities to strengthen national unity and restore the community.

[2026-01-12]Government Addresses Urban Bow Incident, Reservist Compensation, and Immigration Policy

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Chief Secretary Kang Hoon-sik highlighted public safety concerns following last week’s urban bow and arrow incident.
Measures were ordered to improve reservist training compensation, review weapon management, and address the rising number of foreign residents.
The government instructed relevant ministries to prepare comprehensive improvement plans for weapon control, reservist welfare, and immigration policy.