POSCO DX Implements AI Agent 'Agentee-C' for Consulting Automation POSCO DX is applying artificial intelligence (AI) to its consulting processes for the introduction of AI agents. The company plans to automate preliminary steps in AI agent development, such as business diagnosis, requirements analysis, and documentation, to reduce consulting time by more than half and accelerate AX execution.On September 22, POSCO DX announced the development of its AI agent, 'Agentee-C,' which will support consulting processes. Agentee-C is designed to assist with tasks tradit September 22, 2026

Ruling Party Workshop Highlights Regional Development as Key to Growth On September 22, the Democratic Party's special committee on mega projects and regional growth support held a workshop to discuss legislation supporting the government's three major mega projects. The party emphasized that the new direction for South Korea's growth lies in regional development, highlighting the importance of building industrial infrastructure and improving living conditions in local areas.Lee Kwang-jae, the committee's senior vice chair, stated during the workshop at the Nationa September 22, 2026

Xi Jinping to Visit the U.S. with Unprecedented Protocol Chinese President Xi Jinping will make a state visit to the United States from September 23 to 25, with plans for extraordinary protocol and hospitality throughout his stay.According to a schedule released by the White House, President Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, are expected to arrive at Andrews Joint Base in Maryland on September 23. A U.S. official indicated that Xi's plane is anticipated to land around 4 p.m. local time, which is 5 a.m. on September 24 in South Korea. In a rare gesture, Pr September 22, 2026

Government Begins Three-Month Public Discussion on Nuclear Power's Role The South Korean government is set to engage in a three-month public discussion regarding the role of nuclear power in the 12th Basic Plan for Power Supply and Demand. This initiative will not simply ask for opinions on the construction of new nuclear plants but will focus on discussing the role of nuclear energy among various power sources to meet the increasing electricity demand driven by sectors such as semiconductors and electric vehicles.On September 22, the Ministry of Climate, Energy and September 22, 2026

KOSPI Rises Over 2% to Recover 7100 Mark Amid U.S. AI Stock Surge The KOSPI index has recovered the 7100 mark, buoyed by a surge in U.S. artificial intelligence (AI) stocks and a decline in international oil prices. Following a strong performance in the tech sector, where the Nasdaq reached an all-time high, both foreign and institutional investors have contributed to a more than 2% increase in the KOSPI.As of 9:04 a.m. on September 22, the KOSPI was up 159.55 points (2.28%) at 7167.27. The index opened at 7161.61, up 153.89 points (2.20%) from the previous cl September 22, 2026

SK Securities Maintains JYP Entertainment Target Price Amid Stray Kids World Tour Expectations SK Securities announced on September 22 that it expects positive performance momentum for JYP Entertainment due to the start of Stray Kids' world tour, maintaining a target price of 66,000 won and a 'buy' rating.Park Jun-hyung, a researcher at SK Securities, stated, "With TWICE's world tour concluding in the first half of the year, Stray Kids' comeback has strengthened performance momentum for the second half." He added, "Stray Kids recorded the highest revenue among K-pop concerts in 2025 accor September 22, 2026

New Compensation System for Humidifier Disinfectant Victims to Launch on October 8 The compensation system for victims of humidifier disinfectants will shift to a joint liability framework involving both the government and businesses. This new system will cover not only medical and caregiving expenses but also compensation for lost wages, disabilities, bereavement, and emotional distress. Additionally, ongoing treatment costs will be provided for victims who require further medical care after compensation decisions are made.The Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment annou September 22, 2026

Hana Bank Partners with Upbit Global for Digital Asset Transfer Compliance Hana Bank is collaborating with Upbit Global to ensure regulatory compliance and build infrastructure for digital asset transfers. On September 22, Hana Bank announced that it signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Upbit Global at its headquarters in Jung-gu, Seoul, focusing on the safe transfer of digital assets and establishing a foundation for regulatory compliance centered around the Travel Rule. The Travel Rule requires verification of sender and receiver information when transferr September 22, 2026

LG Uplus Develops Customized AI Solutions for Small Businesses LG Uplus is developing a customized artificial intelligence transformation (AX) solution for small businesses.On September 22, LG Uplus announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Sodomall, a retail and wholesale distribution company, to enhance AX support and AI capabilities for small businesses.Sodomall is an online and offline distribution platform that supplies food and daily necessities at wholesale prices based on nationwide collective purchasing stores and distri September 22, 2026

Profile: Hong Ji-sun Appointed as New Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport President Lee Jae-myung appointed Hong Ji-sun as the new Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport on September 22. Hong is a seasoned bureaucrat with extensive experience in urban housing, road, rail, and construction sectors, primarily in Gyeonggi Province.Born in 1970 in Donghae, Gangwon Province, Hong graduated from Seongnam High School and earned a degree in civil engineering from Hanyang University. She later obtained a master's degree in civil engineering from Hanyang University and September 22, 2026