LH Transfers Self-Developed BIM Technology to GH, Promotes Standardization in Public Sector The Korea Land and Housing Corporation (LH) is transferring its self-developed core Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology for urban development to the Gyeonggi Housing and Urban Corporation (GH) to enhance BIM utilization in the public sector.On September 10, LH announced that it signed a memorandum of understanding with GH to facilitate the transfer of BIM technology and establish a collaborative framework for various projects, including the third phase of new town development.BIM tech September 11, 2026

Chungnam National University and Kongju National University Merger Faces Setback The merger initiative between Chungnam National University and Kongju National University is at risk of failing after a recent vote among their members. While Kongju University saw a majority in favor of the merger, Chungnam University faced overwhelming opposition from its students and staff, leading to the proposal's rejection. Both universities aimed for a merger to enhance their chances of being selected for the 'Glocal University 30' project, but they struggled to reach a consensus among th September 11, 2026

U.S. Deploys Over 100 Military Advisors to Saudi Arabia to Support Houthi Operations The United States is simultaneously ramping up military and economic pressure on Iranian proxy forces. While expanding military support for Saudi Arabia's response to the Houthi rebels, the U.S. has also initiated additional sanctions targeting the funding networks of Shiite militias in Iraq and Hezbollah in Lebanon.CNN reported on September 10, citing multiple sources familiar with the operations, that more than 100 U.S. military advisors have been deployed to Saudi Arabia to provide intelligen September 11, 2026

Taiwan's First Public Discussion on Governance After Unification with China A question that has long been considered taboo in Taiwan has surfaced in public debate: How would Taiwan be governed if it unified with China? The bold inquiry was raised by Li Qizhe, an associate professor at National Changhua University of Education, who began posting on Chinese social media on August 29.Li's premise was clear. He proposed to examine how much of Taiwan's democratic system, judicial framework, and economic structure could be preserved in the event of unification with China. He September 11, 2026

Korea's National Tax Service Strengthens International Cooperation on Asset Recovery Im Kwang-hyun, head of Korea's National Tax Service, met with tax authorities from major Asia-Pacific countries to strengthen cooperation on recovering assets hidden overseas by tax delinquents and to expand efforts against offshore tax evasion.The National Tax Service announced on September 11 that Im attended the 55th Asia-Pacific Tax Administrators Meeting (SGATAR) held in Singapore on September 8-9, where he introduced Korea's artificial intelligence (AI) tax reform strategy and held bilater September 11, 2026

Gunpo Mayor Han Dae-hee Announces Major Organizational Restructuring to Implement Key Promises Han Dae-hee, the mayor of Gunpo, announced on September 11 that he will implement a significant organizational restructuring to enhance the execution of key promises from his administration and respond to rapidly changing administrative demands. The restructuring focuses on concentrating administrative efforts on major tasks outlined in the 9th elected term, including urban maintenance, youth policy, administrative innovation, and environmental management, according to Mayor Han. To facilitate t September 11, 2026

Navy Training Squadron Departs for 130-Day Mission to Seven Countries 해군사관학교 81기 사관생도 140여명을 태운 해군 순항훈련전단이 11일 출항해 130여일간 7개국 10개 항을 방문하는 군사실습과 군사외교 활동에 나선다. 해군은 이날 경남 창원시 해군사관학교 웅포강당에서 곽광섭 해군작전사령관 주관으로 순항훈련전단 출항 환송행사를 개최한다고 밝혔다. 올해 순항훈련에는 해사 81기 사관생도 140여명을 비롯해 승조원과 지원요원, 구간 편승 인원 등 총 390여명이 참가한다. 훈련함은 4500톤급 한산도함이다. 순항훈련전단은 내년 1월 22일까지 미국 하와이·펜사콜라·볼티모어·괌을 비롯해 September 11, 2026

Genesis Unveils GV90 and GV90 Neolun in South Korea Genesis has unveiled its first large flagship electric SUV, the GV90, to domestic customers for the first time.From September 11 to 27, Genesis will host a 'GV90 Special Exhibition' at Genesis Suji.The GV90, which was first revealed last month in San Francisco, features a design inspired by Korea's traditional moon jar. It includes the world's first independently opening hidden B-pillar coach door, known as the 'Neolun Arch Gate,' and the first-ever roof airbag.The exhibition will showcase one G September 11, 2026

Government Bond Integrated Account Surpasses 1.74 Quadrillion Won in Transactions The Korea Securities Depository (KSD) has marked the second anniversary of its government bond integrated account system, which has established itself as a key infrastructure for foreign investors accessing the domestic bond market. Since its launch, the cumulative transaction amount has exceeded 1.74 quadrillion won, with the custody balance expanding to 27.4 trillion won.On September 11, KSD announced that it held an industry meeting on August 28 to celebrate the second anniversary of the gove September 11, 2026

Small Modular Reactor Support System Launched with New Law and Regulations A special law and its enforcement regulations aimed at supporting the research, development, and demonstration of small modular reactors (SMRs) will take effect today. This initiative is designed to establish a comprehensive government support system to ensure that research outcomes lead to actual commercialization.On September 11, the Ministry of Science and ICT announced that the 'Special Law on the Promotion and Support of Small Modular Reactor Development' and its enforcement regulations wil September 11, 2026