Vietnam's Gia Lai Province Targets South Korea for Investment and Tourism Gia Lai Province, located in central Vietnam and home to approximately 3 million people, is actively targeting the South Korean market to attract investment and boost tourism. The local government is expanding cooperation with Korean businesses while also working to establish a charter flight route between Seoul and Quy Nhon, aiming to strengthen the foundation for tourism and economic exchanges. According to reports from Vietnamese media, a delegation from Gia Lai Province visited South June 15, 2026

Contentree Central and Megabox File for Corporate Rehabilitation Two Days After JTBC Default Central Group affiliates have filed for corporate rehabilitation with the court, just two days after JTBC declared a default due to its inability to repay liquidity loans.According to a report on June 15 from the Financial Supervisory Service's electronic disclosure system, Contentree Central and its subsidiary Megabox Central submitted applications for the initiation of rehabilitation proceedings, preservation measures, and comprehensive injunctions to the Seoul Rehabilitation Court on June 14. June 15, 2026

Naver Place Enhances Animal Hospital Search with Data-Driven Features Naver has launched a customized Place service based on actual treatment data from animal hospitals. This enhancement allows pet owners to more easily find suitable veterinary clinics by comparing treatment types, diseases, and medical histories. On June 15, Naver announced the introduction of Place Plus, a specialized service for animal hospitals that integrates with partner systems. The service provides the latest treatment statistics and specialized information for each hospital on Nave June 15, 2026

Aribio and Aribio Lab Pursue Global Partnerships for CNS and Vaccine Platforms Aribio is set to make its international debut after securing a 10 trillion won licensing agreement for its Alzheimer's treatment, 'AR1001,' and establishing a global commercialization framework. The company aims to accelerate its goal of becoming a global enterprise with 1 trillion won in revenue by 2030 through this initiative.According to Aribio, the company will jointly participate with Aribio Lab in the 'BIO USA (BIO International Convention 2026)' taking place in San Diego, California, from June 15, 2026

Saemaul Geumgo to Provide 200 Additional AI Companion Robots for Seniors Saemaul Geumgo is set to provide an additional 200 AI companion robots to help alleviate social isolation among elderly individuals living alone in declining population areas. The organization announced on June 15 that it held a delivery ceremony for the AI robots on June 11 at a senior center in Sangri 2-dong, Daegu, where 70 seniors received the devices. Following this, 70 robots will be distributed in Yecheon, North Gyeongsang Province, on June 16, and 60 more will be provided in Yeo June 15, 2026

KBS Leads Ratings in 2026 FIFA World Cup Coverage KBS has taken the lead in ratings for the early broadcasts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North and Central America. Following a peak national rating of 14.5% for the South Korea national team match, KBS continued to dominate viewership for other matches, including the Brazil vs. Morocco game.According to KBS, the Brazil vs. Morocco match, which aired on KBS 2TV on June 14, recorded a national rating of 3.3% and a 0.9% rating among viewers aged 20 to 49 in the metropolitan area. This was the high June 15, 2026

Oh Dong-woon: Urgent Need for Revisions to the High-ranking Officials Crime Investigation Act Oh Dong-woon, head of the High-ranking Officials Crime Investigation Agency, reiterated the urgent need to amend the current High-ranking Officials Crime Investigation Act to ensure investigations without exceptions, as desired by the public. During his opening remarks at a press conference with reporters at the Government Complex in Gwacheon on June 15, Oh stated, "The High-ranking Officials Crime Investigation Agency is at a critical juncture, moving beyond mere establishment to becomi June 15, 2026

Ulsan Aims to Become a Hub for AI-Driven Manufacturing The history of South Korea's industrialization can be summed up in the name Ulsan. The city has been a leader in automobile manufacturing, shipbuilding, and the petrochemical industry. As South Korea transitioned from a poor agricultural nation to one of the world's top ten economies, Ulsan has always been at the forefront of industrialization. However, the AI era presents new challenges for Ulsan. Cars are evolving into autonomous vehicles, and shipyards are transforming into smart facilities o June 15, 2026

Timefolio Asset Management Appoints Cha Moon-hyun as New CEO Timefolio Asset Management has appointed Cha Moon-hyun as its new CEO, transitioning to a dual CEO system. The company aims to strengthen its growth foundation and governance by promoting an internal candidate who has been involved in operations since its inception. On June 15, Timefolio Asset Management announced its regular executive appointments for 2026, confirming Cha Moon-hyun's selection as CEO, effective July 1. Cha will lead the company alongside current CEO Hwang Seong-hwan und June 15, 2026

Korea Tourism Organization Enhances Transportation and Content for Foreign Visitors The Korea Tourism Organization is working to distribute foreign tourists more evenly across the country by enhancing both transportation and tourism content. The organization supports domestic tourism companies in expanding overseas while simultaneously improving access to regional areas for foreign visitors. K-Travel Tech Expands Global Reach from Singapore On June 11, the Korea Tourism Organization held the 2026 Singapore Overseas Tourism Business Support Center (KTSC) Showcase Day, aim June 15, 2026