LG's Koo Kwang-mo: AI is a Core Focus, Not an Option LG has reassessed its investment decision-making framework in line with the AI era. The company has identified AI factories, Physical AI, and semiconductor materials and substrates as key areas for competition, aiming to enhance its strategy and execution speed to make swift investment decisions based on market and technological changes.On September 16, LG Group Chairman Koo Kwang-mo and over 40 executives from major affiliates gathered for an executive meeting at LG Inhwa Center in Icheon, Gyeo September 17, 2026

Divorce Lawyer Yang Na-rae Ties the Knot, Husband's Identity Sparks Curiosity Divorce lawyer Yang Na-rae recently held her wedding, drawing attention to the identity of her undisclosed husband.On September 16, Yang shared a post on her Instagram, stating, "The happiest day of my life, 2026.9.13," along with photos from her wedding at the Shilla Hotel in Seoul.In the photos, Yang is seen smiling broadly in her wedding dress, while her husband's face remains hidden, only a silhouette visible.Yang explained her decision to keep her husband's identity private during an appear September 17, 2026

Typhoon 'Dujuan' Expected to Pass by the Korean Peninsula Typhoon 'Dujuan,' the 25th typhoon of the season, is expected to pass by the Korean Peninsula.According to the Meteorological Agency on September 17, the typhoon was moving northeast over waters 670 kilometers northeast of Guam as of 3 a.m. today.It has a central pressure of 996 hPa and maximum sustained winds of 72 km/h, categorizing it as a level 1 typhoon.The agency forecasts that the typhoon will develop into a level 3 storm with maximum winds of 126 km/h by the 20th, moving northeast along September 17, 2026

Korean Deputy Minister Visits Hyosung Heavy Industries' U.S. Production Facility The South Korean government is stepping up support for local power equipment companies to localize production in the rapidly growing U.S. market, driven by increased investment in power infrastructure due to the expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) data centers. Lee Ho-yeon, the Deputy Minister of the Climate Energy Environment Ministry, visited Hyosung Heavy Industries' U.S. high-voltage circuit breaker production facility to assess investment and local production status.The Climate Energy September 17, 2026

Fall Festivals and Train Travel Highlight Autumn in Korea In October, a variety of train travel packages will take travelers deep into the heart of autumn. These packages connect major fall festivals and tourist attractions across the country, including the Andong Mask Dance, Jeongseon Silver Grass, and Yeongwol Red Buckwheat flowers. Korea Railroad Tourism Development announced on September 17 that it will hold a fall promotion for train travel packages departing in October, offering mobile coffee coupons to travelers. This event is organized ahead September 17, 2026

KOSPI Continues Upward Trend Despite Fed Rate Hike The U.S. Federal Reserve has raised interest rates and hinted at the possibility of further increases this year, yet the KOSPI continues to rise. Despite a broad decline in the New York stock market overnight, buying interest in major stocks, including semiconductor companies like Samsung Electronics, has kept the index fluctuating around the 6,770 mark.As of 1:41 p.m. on September 17, the KOSPI was up 55.16 points (0.82%) at 6,773.13. The index opened at 6,779.02, up 61.05 points (0.91%) from t September 17, 2026

Stricter Standards for Past Justice Ministers Applied High moral standards and compliance with the law have historically been required of South Korea's Justice Ministers. Kim Kyung-hwan, the first nominee for Justice Minister under the Moon Jae-in administration, resigned before his confirmation hearing in 2017 after revelations about his unauthorized marriage registration raised questions about his qualifications to oversee law and human rights.Similarly, Kim Tae-jung, who served as Justice Minister during the Kim Dae-jung administration, stepped September 17, 2026

Government Supports Abolishing North Korean Contact Reporting Refusal The South Korean government has expressed support for a proposal to eliminate the legal basis that allows the Minister of Unification to refuse reports of contact with North Korean residents. According to the National Assembly's Foreign Affairs and Unification Committee on September 17, the Ministry of Unification has provided a 'favorable' opinion on a revision to the Inter-Korean Exchange and Cooperation Act proposed by lawmaker Kim Jun-hyung of the Justice Party. The key aspect of the propose September 17, 2026

South Korea's Foreign Ministry Addresses Discrepancies Over Hormuz Deployment The South Korean Foreign Ministry clarified on September 17 that discrepancies between the government and ruling party regarding the deployment to the Hormuz Strait are due to the absence of a concrete government proposal.During a session of the National Assembly's Foreign Affairs and Unification Committee, Deputy Minister Park Yoon-joo stated, "We will hold consultations with the ruling party and engage in a deliberative process in the future."Park emphasized the need to find a balance by consi September 17, 2026

Kim Young-shin Sends Integrity Letter to Small Businesses for Chuseok Kim Young-shin, head of the Small and Medium Business Technology Information Promotion Agency, sent an 'Integrity Letter' to small businesses in light of the Chuseok holiday.The agency announced on September 17 that it will promote the 'Integrity During the Holiday' campaign until the 28th.The campaign includes sending integrity letters, a no-gift exchange initiative, operating a reporting center for improper requests, and ensuring compliance with the code of conduct for employees.In the integri September 17, 2026