Kishida vows continued support for Ukraine in meeting with Zelenskyy

SEOUL, September 24 (AJP) - Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida reaffirmed his country's unwavering support for Ukraine during talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, as the leaders met on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Kishida, who is set to step down later this week, pledged that Japan would maintain its backing for Ukraine on Monday, according to Japan's Foreign Ministry. The two leaders agreed to sustain close coordin

September 24, 2024

Philippines boosts maritime presence in disputed South China Sea

SEOUL, September 24 (AJP) - In a new development following recent confrontations, the Philippines has deployed naval and coast guard vessels to Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea. This move, announced by National Maritime Council spokesperson Alexander Lopez, aims to counter Chinese claims in the area. The action comes after the withdrawal of the BRP Teresa Magbanua, which had been stationed at the shoal since May and was involved in multiple collisions with Chinese vessels in Au

September 24, 2024

North Korea celebrates victory at U-20 Women's World Cup with rare coverage

SEOUL, September 24 (AJP) - North Korea was quick to report its victory in the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup held in Colombia, with its state-run newspaper Rodong Sinmun featuring the coverage prominently on the front page on Tuesday. Under the headline, "The country's proud daughters who raised our great state's honor," the daily praised the women's football team's 1-0 victory over Japan in the final match held over the weekend. It is rare for the iso

September 24, 2024

Two Filipino domestic workers missing in Seoul

SEOUL, September 24 (AJP) - Two Filipino domestic workers participating in a pilot program introduced by the South Korean government and Seoul City have gone missing. The workers left their accommodation on Sept. 15 during the Chuseok holiday and have not returned or made contact since. Authorities are attempting to reach the workers' families in the Philippines and have notified the Philippine Embassy. The missing workers are part of a group of 100 Filipino domestic helpers w

September 24, 2024

Lawmaker claims Google's possible tax evasion in Korea

SEOUL, September 24 (AJP) - A recent analysis by Rep. Choi Soo-jin of the People Power Party has raised concerns about Google Korea's potential tax evasion. The lawmaker's study, conducted in collaboration with Professor Jeon Seong-min of Gachon University, suggests the tech giant significantly underreported its revenue and tax obligations in South Korea. According to the analysis, Google Korea's declared revenue for 2023 was a mere 365.3 billion won ($270 million),

September 24, 2024

DeepBrain AI showcases AI memorial service at global forum

SEOUL, September 24 (AJP) - Korean artificial intelligence firm DeepBrain AI showcased its AI memorial service "Re;memory" at a global business forum recently held in Yeongjongdo, Incheon. The company said on Monday that the service, developed in collaboration with Korean funeral service provider PreedLife Co., uses DeepBrain AI's technology to create AI-generated videos of deceased individuals based on a single photograph and a 10-second voice sample. The AI avat

September 24, 2024

CJ CheilJedang to supply Korean dumplings to Qantas Airways

SEOUL, September 24 (AJP) - Korea's leading food manufacturer CJ CheilJedang announced on Tuesday it will provide its Bibigo brand dumplings as in-flight meals for Australia's flag carrier Qantas Airways. The culinary company said it will supply a set of pork and pork-kimchi flavored steamed dumplings to Qantas flights starting in October. The Korean food items will be served on international routes from Australia to destinations including London, Singapore, Manila, Tokyo,

September 24, 2024

Former Japan PM Noda wins opposition leadership, eyes election

SEOUL, September 24 (AJP) - Former Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda secured leadership of the main opposition Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan (CDPJ) on Monday, pledging to challenge the ruling coalition in an anticipated snap election. Noda, 67, defeated ex-Chief Cabinet Secretary Yukio Edano in a runoff vote, garnering 232 points to Edano's 180. The victory positions Noda to lead the CDPJ against the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), which has dominated Japanese

September 24, 2024

India, US to collaborate on building semiconductor manufacturing plant

SEOUL, September 24 (AJP) - The United States and India have pledged to collaborate on establishing a semiconductor manufacturing plant in India. Following a meeting between U.S. President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, the White House announced that the Indian plant will manufacture infrared, gallium nitride and silicon carbide semiconductors. The two leaders agreed to establish a new semiconductor manufacturing plant in India focused on advanced sensin

September 24, 2024

Nurse escapes sexual assault at hospital in eastern India

SEOUL, September 24 (AJP) - A female nurse managed to escape an attempted sexual assault at a hospital in eastern India, according to recent news sources. On Sept. 11, three men confronted a nurse working at a private hospital in Samastipur, Bihar, intending to assault her. The suspects were identified as a doctor working at the hospital and his friends. Despite being intoxicated, they meticulously planned the crime by locking the hospital and turning off the CCTV cameras befor

September 24, 2024