President Yoon Vows Support for Soldiers Injured in DMZ Mine Explosion Yoon Suk Yeol, the President of South Korea, expressed his hopes for the swift recovery of soldiers injured in a mine explosion during a search operation in the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) on September 21. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), President Yoon stated, "I have received news that three of our soldiers were injured due to a mine explosion while conducting a search operation in the DMZ. I sincerely wish for their quick recovery." He added, "I feel heavy-hearted knowing how shocked and worri September 21, 2026

Aekyung Industry to Advance Payment of 12.5 Billion Won to Partners Ahead of Chuseok Aekyung Industry will expedite payments to assist its partners' cash flow ahead of the Chuseok holiday.The company announced on the 21st that it will provide 12.5 billion won in delivery fees to 50 partner companies, advancing the payment date by up to seven days. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden on partners during the holiday season and promote mutual growth.Aekyung Industry has been making early payments to its partners since the 2022 Lunar New Year, with a total of 94.3 September 21, 2026

Five Former Military Leaders Sentenced for Role in Martial Law Deployment Five former military leaders who deployed troops to the National Assembly and the Central Election Commission during the December 3 martial law have been sentenced to prison. The court ruled that they violated the military's political neutrality obligation and engaged in significant insurrection duties.The Seoul Central District Court's Criminal Division 26, led by Judge Lee Hyun-kyung, sentenced Yeo In-hyung, former head of the Defense Security Command, to 18 years in prison, and Lee Jin-woo, f September 21, 2026

Korea Zinc's 'Project Crucible' Passes Final Environmental Review in the U.S. Korea Zinc announced that its 'Project Crucible,' which involves an investment of approximately $7.4 billion (about 10 trillion won) in collaboration with the U.S. government, has successfully passed a key environmental permitting process. Project Crucible aims to construct a large-scale smelter in Tennessee that will produce 11 critical minerals, gold, and 12 non-ferrous metals, as well as semiconductor-grade sulfuric acid.On September 11, U.S. local time, Korea Zinc reported that the U.S. Depa September 21, 2026

Petrovietnam Expands Collaboration with South Korean Firms in LNG and Nuclear Energy Petrovietnam, Vietnam's largest energy company, is expanding the participation of South Korean firms in local energy projects, focusing on liquefied natural gas (LNG) power generation and nuclear energy. SK Innovation has become an equity investor in a 1,500MW LNG project, while Korea Electric Power Corporation (Kepco) and domestic nuclear-related institutions are accelerating efforts to develop the workforce needed for the Ninh Thuận nuclear project.According to local media reports on September September 21, 2026

Cosmax Group Announces Fall Recruitment for New Employees with AI Skills Preferred Cosmax Group is hiring new employees for key positions in marketing and overseas sales this fall, prioritizing candidates with skills in artificial intelligence (AI).On September 21, Cosmax Group announced its public recruitment for new employees for the second half of 2026. Applications will be accepted until 4 p.m. on September 30 through the Cosmax Group recruitment website.This recruitment drive includes major affiliates such as Cosmax BTI, Cosmax, Cosmax NBT, Cosmax Bio, and Cosmax Pharma. September 21, 2026

President Lee Visits Hometown Before Trip to UN General Assembly and Mexico 이재명 대통령이 21일 미국 뉴욕에서 열리는 유엔총회 참석과 멕시코 국빈 방문을 위한 출국에 앞서 고향 선산과 폐교된 모교를 찾았다고 밝혔다. 이 대통령은 이날 엑스(X·옛 트위터)에 “유엔총회와 멕시코 방문을 위해 이제 출국한다”며 “추석을 해외에서 보내야 하므로 어제 미리 고향 선산을 다녀왔다”고 적었다. 이 대통령은 어린 시절 가족과 함께 살았던 집의 사진을 공개하며 “제가 태어난 집은 없어졌지만, 저와 가족들이 잠시 거주했던 이 집은 아직 남아 있다”고 소개했다. 폐교된 September 21, 2026

China Announces Xi Jinping's State Visit to the U.S. The Chinese government has officially announced President Xi Jinping's upcoming visit to the United States.On September 21, the Chinese Embassy in the U.S. stated that President Xi will make a state visit from September 23 to 25. This visit is a reciprocal gesture following President Donald Trump's state visit to China in May.As a result, a summit between President Trump and President Xi, scheduled for September 24, is expected to proceed as planned. Previously, President Trump had indicated tha September 21, 2026

China Announces Xi Jinping's State Visit to the U.S. from September 23-25 The Chinese government has officially announced President Xi Jinping's state visit to the United States. On September 21, the Chinese Foreign Ministry stated that President Xi will visit the U.S. from September 23 to 25. This visit is a reciprocal gesture following President Donald Trump's state visit to China in May. As a result, a summit between President Trump and President Xi, scheduled for September 24, is expected to proceed as planned. Trump had previously indicated that he would meet September 21, 2026

President Yoon Departs for UN General Assembly and State Visit to Mexico 이재명 대통령이 21일 오후 경기 성남 서울공항을 통해 미국 뉴욕으로 출국했다. 이 대통령은 오는 27일까지 6박 7일간 유엔총회 고위급 회의에 참석하고 멕시코를 국빈 방문한다. 환송에는 이날 오전 이 대통령에게 사의를 표명한 강훈식 대통령비서실장을 비롯해 홍익표 청와대 정무수석, 김민석 더불어민주당 대표, 한병도 민주당 원내대표, 윤호중 행정안전부 장관, 박윤주 외교부 제1차관 등이 참석했다. 이 대통령은 22일 오후(현지시간) 유엔총회장에서 기조연설을 통해 유엔 개혁 방향과 한국의 기여 방안, 한반도 평화 공존 구 September 21, 2026