KIND Enhances Support for Companies Expanding into Central Asia The Korea Overseas Infrastructure & Urban Development Corporation (KIND) is strengthening its collaboration on infrastructure and urban development with key countries in Central Asia, aiming to expand opportunities for South Korean companies in the region.On September 17, KIND announced its participation in the 'Korea-Kazakhstan Business Roundtable' and the 'Korea-Uzbekistan Business Forum,' as well as the 'Korea-Central Asia Five Countries Business Summit' held in Seoul from September 15 to 16. September 17, 2026

Daewoo Engineering Partners with Global Firms for Mokdong 8 Complex Reconstruction As the competition heats up for the reconstruction of the Mokdong New Town in Seoul, Daewoo Engineering has begun collaborating with global design and engineering firms to secure the Mokdong 8 Complex project. The company plans to present a differentiated design proposal by involving specialized firms in various fields, from structural safety to landscaping and exterior design.On September 17, Daewoo Engineering announced its collaboration with the UK-based global engineering firm Arup, the New September 17, 2026

Deputy Prime Minister Koo Yoon-cheol Chairs Final Economic Meeting Amid U.S. Rate Hikes Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance Koo Yoon-cheol chaired what is effectively the last expanded macroeconomic financial meeting, urging close cooperation among the economic and financial teams in response to U.S. interest rate hikes. He also expressed gratitude to the heads and staff of related agencies for their collaboration in stabilizing the financial and foreign exchange markets.On September 17, Koo convened the meeting at the Government Seoul Complex with Bank of Kor September 17, 2026

Special Prosecutor's Office Conducts First Raids on Election Commission The Special Prosecutor's Office investigating allegations related to a shortage of ballots during the June 3 local elections has launched its first forced investigation just ten days after its establishment.According to legal sources on September 17, the special prosecutor is conducting raids at a total of nine locations, including the National Election Commission and local election offices. This marks the first time the special prosecutor has carried out a forced investigation since its incepti September 17, 2026

Samsung Life Selects Nine Consumer Protection Heroes 삼성생명은 서초 삼성금융캠퍼스에서 ‘고객을 지키는 약속, 신뢰로 잇는 미래’를 슬로건으로 제2회 ‘금융소비자의 날’ 행사를 열었다고 17일 밝혔다. 행사에는 임직원과 컨설턴트, 고객 패널 등 200여명이 참석해 소비자보호 실천 사례와 주요 성과를 공유했다. 이날 행사에서는 소비자보호에 기여한 임직원과 컨설턴트 9명이 ‘소비자보호 히어로’로 선정됐다. 고객 권익 보호뿐 아니라 취약계층 지원과 금융피해 예방 등 현장에서 소비자보호를 실천한 사례를 발굴해 공유하는 자리다. 서면지역단 광무제일지점 이미자 컨설턴트는 암 September 17, 2026

PGA Tour to Implement Promotion and Relegation System Starting in 2028 The PGA Tour has finalized details for its promotion and relegation system, set to begin in 2028.On September 16, the PGA Tour announced the membership categories for the new 'PGA Tour Championship Series' and the qualifications for the lower-tier 'PGA Tour Challenger Series,' which will replace the current competitive structure.The key feature is the annual promotion and relegation system between the two series. The Championship Series will feature an average of 120 players. After the season co September 17, 2026

Coway Partners with Seoul National University to Launch Microbial Food Waste Processor Coway announced on September 17 that it has signed a technology transfer agreement with Seoul National University for the development of a 'microbial food waste decomposition mixed strain technology.'Professor Kang Dong-hyun's research team at Seoul National University has secured optimal microbial selection technology that effectively decomposes proteins, carbohydrates, dietary fibers, and fats, tailored to the characteristics of South Korea's food waste, which is often spicy, salty, and moist. September 17, 2026

Kyobo Life Successfully Tests Stablecoin for Japan-Korea Fund Transfers 교보생명이 국내 보험업계 최초로 스테이블코인 활용 한·일 자금이전 실증에 성공했다.교보생명은 SBI그룹과 지난 7월부터 진행한 ‘한일 스테이블코인 기반 크로스보더 실증 프로젝트’를 마무리했다고 17일 밝혔다.국가 간 기관자금의 이전부터 환전, 정산까지 전 과정을 검증한 국내 보험업계 첫 사례다.이번 실증은 SBI그룹 산하 SBI Digital Practice와 공동으로 진행됐다. 금융기관용 블록체인인 ‘캔톤 네트워크’ 테스트 환경에서 이뤄졌다.기존에는 일본에서 엔화를 달러로 바꾼 뒤 다시 원화로 환전하는 방식이 필요했다. 이번 실증 September 17, 2026

Kim Min-seok: Discussions on Progressive Coalition Already Underway Kim Min-seok, leader of the Democratic Party, responded to claims from the Justice Innovation Party that there had been no discussions regarding a progressive coalition, stating, "We have already entered the discussion process." He also indicated that he would reveal the status of investigations into allegations of dual party membership and Shincheonji involvement at an appropriate time.On September 17, during an appearance on the Democratic Party's official YouTube channel, Minty07, Kim said, " September 17, 2026

KB Kookmin Bank Launches 'KB AI' for Enhanced Banking Experience KB Kookmin Bank announced the launch of 'KB AI,' a conversational financial service powered by generative artificial intelligence (AI), on September 17. KB AI allows customers to ask questions in everyday language, enabling the AI to understand their intent and provide relevant information or financial services. The service employs natural language-based integrated search, allowing users to find menu items, financial products, and frequently asked questions (FAQs) within the KB Star Banking app September 17, 2026