South Korea marked the 78th anniversary of the Jeju 4·3 Incident with a national memorial and policy commitments.
New legislative actions aim to restore honor and rights for victims and their families.
The commemoration and reforms are ongoing, with government and public engagement in 2024.
South Korea’s Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy has approved 26 regulatory sandbox projects in AI and hydrogen energy.
These initiatives enable AI-based medical services and advanced hydrogen storage technologies under relaxed regulations.
The first round of approvals was granted on April 2, 2026, with implementation and further project recruitment planned.
South Korea is implementing new policies to enhance social safety and quality of life.
Key changes include a national childcare specialist certification and stricter penalties for drugged driving.
These statutes, including the Child Care Support Act, take effect in April 2024.
South Korea has finalized the Fifth Basic Plan for the Sustainable Use of Dokdo.
The plan outlines five strategic areas, increased funding, and interagency cooperation.
Implementation begins with 65 projects in 2026, backed by 1,420 billion KRW.
South Korea has announced a series of policy expansions targeting social welfare, safety, and transparency.
Key changes include broader loan support for workers, increased child allowances, stricter EV battery disclosure, and urgent factory safety inspections.
Most measures are being implemented in 2024, with some phased in through 2030.
South Korea is establishing a full-cycle support system for pharmaceutical and biotech ventures.
The policy aims to nurture companies capable of creating blockbuster drugs and accelerate global market entry.
Announced on March 24, 2026, the initiative is now being implemented by key government agencies.