Hong Moon-pyo, President of aT, Advocates for Agricultural Reform and Climate Change Response Hong Moon-pyo, president of the Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation (aT) and a four-term lawmaker, is recognized as an expert in agricultural policy, having spent most of his legislative career on the National Assembly's Committee on Agriculture, Food, Rural Affairs, Oceans and Fisheries.Born in 1947, Hong graduated from Han Young High School, earned a degree in agricultural chemistry from Konkuk University, and completed a graduate program in public administration at Hanyang Universit July 28, 2026

The Future of Agriculture: Cultivating Global Talent in Agri-Food Industries Recent trends show a rapid shift in career perceptions among young people majoring in agri-food studies. In the past, their primary career paths were within domestic research institutions, public agencies, and agricultural fields. Now, interest has expanded to include international organizations, overseas research institutions, international development cooperation projects, and global agricultural companies. Students participating in the 'Agrifood Futures Week' organized by the FAO (Food and Ag July 28, 2026

Hong Moon-pyo, CEO of aT, Discusses Agricultural Supply Issues in South Korea "Consumers must be frustrated, asking, 'Why do agricultural prices always rise in the summer?' This is clearly not just a weather issue. The agricultural supply problem is not solely due to this year's bad weather; it is a result of the structural vulnerabilities in our agriculture combined with climate change."This year, severe localized heavy rains have raised concerns about agricultural supply in the second half of the year. Deteriorating weather conditions, including reduced sunlight, have l July 28, 2026

Kim Hye-kyung Engages with Brazil's First Lady, Celebrating Cultural Ties 김혜경 여사가 27일(현지시간) 잔자 룰라 다시우바 브라질 대통령 부인과 예술작품을 관람하며 양국 전통문화가 공유하는 공동체 정신과 화합의 의미에 대해 공감대를 나눴다. 안귀령 청와대 부대변인은 이날 서면 브리핑을 통해 김 여사와 잔자 여사가 브라질리아에 있는 연방회계감사원 문화센터를 방문했다고 밝혔다. 김 여사는 이재명 대통령과 함께 브라질을 국빈 방문 중이다. 2003년 설립된 연방회계감사원 문화센터는 예술을 매개로 국민에게 친근하게 다가간다는 목표 아래 전시와 교육, 워크숍 등을 운영하는 공간이다. 브 July 28, 2026

President Lee Chairs Video Conference During Brazil Visit President Lee Jae-myung, on a state visit to Brazil, held a video conference with senior aides on the night of his arrival to assess domestic measures in response to rising international oil prices.During the meeting, which took place at 9 p.m. local time in Brasília, President Lee stated, "The situation in the Middle East has become unstable again, causing fluctuations in international oil prices. Given the likelihood of continued volatility, we must take proactive measures to minimize its impa July 28, 2026

Shin Ji-eun Wins LPGA Title After 10-Year Hiatus “When times are tough, I want to tell everyone to keep pushing forward. The world isn’t over yet.”Shin Ji-eun made this statement during a press conference on July 27 after winning the ISPS Handa Scottish Open at Dundonald Links in North Ayrshire, Scotland. The tournament featured a total prize pool of $2 million.Shin finished the final round with a total score of 9-under-par 279, securing a two-stroke victory over Kim A-rim, who finished at 7-under-par 281. This win marked a wire-to-wire victor July 28, 2026

South Korea and Brazil Declare 'Year of Strategic Partnership' with Expanded Cooperation South Korea and Brazil have declared this year as the 'Year of Strategic Partnership' and agreed to significantly expand cooperation in defense, aerospace, critical minerals, and semiconductor industries.During a state visit to Brazil, President Lee Jae-myung announced this agreement following a summit with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at the Palácio da Alvorada in Brasília on July 27.President Lee stated, "Following President Lula's historic state visit to South Korea in February, I am m July 28, 2026

Blue House Denies Reports of Justice Minister Jeong Seong-ho's Resignation The Blue House has denied reports that Justice Minister Jeong Seong-ho recently expressed his intention to resign in opposition to the abolition of supplementary investigative powers.A key official from the Blue House stated on July 26, during a press briefing in Brasilia, Brazil, that "there has been no official confirmation of the minister's resignation."When asked if there were indications of Jeong's resignation, the official reiterated, "There has been no official confirmation of a resignati July 28, 2026

Ruling Party Moves to Amend Fast-Track Legislation and Strengthen Filibuster Requirements The Democratic Party has announced plans to amend fast-track legislation and strengthen requirements for filibusters to accelerate the pace of livelihood-related legislation. Additionally, a bill to replace inactive standing committee chairs is nearing passage.Han Byeong-do, the party's acting leader and floor leader, stated during a Supreme Council meeting on July 27, "Like the government, the National Assembly must activate all standing committees to expedite livelihood legislation. This is a July 27, 2026

Yoon Suk Yeol Appeals Suspended Sentence for False Information Charges Yoon Suk Yeol appeals suspended sentence for false information charges Yoon Suk Yeol has filed an appeal against a suspended prison sentence for charges of disseminating false information. On July 27, Yoon's legal team submitted the appeal to the Seoul Central District Court, which had issued the initial ruling. In a statement, the defense team expressed regret over the ruling, stating, "We believe there were significant errors in the recognition of facts and application of law," and cited m July 27, 2026