NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang Hosts Dinner with South Korean Business Leaders On June 5, Jensen Huang, CEO of NVIDIA, visited a PC cafe in Hongdae before arriving at a pork belly restaurant called "Hyeongnim Jeoyo" around 7 p.m. for a dinner meeting with South Korean business leaders.This gathering marked the first meeting since last October's dinner with Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong and Hyundai Motor Group Chairman Chung Eui-sun at a chicken restaurant. This time, Huang joined Chey Tae-won of SK Group, Koo Kwang-mo of LG Group, and Lee Hae-jin of Naver aroun June 6, 2026

Remembering Fallen Firefighters at the 'Light of Resurrection' Memorial Former firefighter Bang Jeong-o dedicated nearly 12 years to becoming a full-time firefighter, working as a fire truck driver before he died of cardiac arrest while on duty in 1991. His son, Fire Chief Bang Jang-seok, hesitated to apply for his father's memorial placement, questioning whether it was appropriate since he did not die in the line of duty. Earlier this year, the Chungnam Fire Headquarters reached out to him, allowing his father's memorial to be placed at the Fire Memorial. June 6, 2026

Incheon Aims to Become Northeast Asia's AI Logistics Hub "Mayor, is Incheon’s future in its airport and port, or in connecting the data generated by them through AI? In ten years, should the world remember Incheon as a logistics city or as a Northeast Asian AI hub?" (ABC AI Era's Question) Incheon is the first city in South Korea to connect with the world. With Incheon International Airport, Incheon Port, and Songdo International City, it has grown as a gateway for people and goods. However, the era of gateways is coming to an end. AI is changi June 6, 2026

Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon Calls for Investigation into Ballot Shortage Incident Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon has called for a thorough investigation into the ballot shortage incident that emerged during the June 3 local elections, demanding accountability and a complete overhaul of the election management system. According to Yonhap News Agency, in a statement released on June 6, Mayor Oh criticized the ballot shortage, which was reported at 50 polling stations nationwide, as "a serious infringement on voting rights that cannot be justified by any excuse and a violation of June 6, 2026

President Lee: Building a Nation Honoring Fallen Heroes President Lee Jae-myung stated on Memorial Day, June 6, that the government will work diligently to overcome crises with the people and create a proud Republic of Korea, a nation that the fallen heroes and patriots longed for. In his speech at the 71st Memorial Day ceremony held at the National Cemetery in Seoul, President Lee emphasized, "The strength of the Korean people to unite as a larger 'us' in the face of national crises will enable us to overcome any challenge." He highli June 6, 2026

President Lee Calls for Unity and Accountability on Memorial Day President Lee Jae-myung emphasized the importance of honoring those who protected the community while also holding accountable those who betrayed it for personal gain. Speaking at the 71st Memorial Day ceremony held at the National Cemetery in Seoul, he stated, "When we elevate dedication and punish betrayal, a just unity for the continuity and development of the national community becomes possible."He particularly highlighted the recently enacted "Pro-Japanese Property Restitution Act," which a June 6, 2026

President Lee Jae-myung Attends Memorial Ceremony on Memorial Day President Lee Jae-myung attended the 71st Memorial Day ceremony in Seoul on June 6, honoring the sacrifices and dedication of those who have given their lives for the nation and comforting veterans and their families.This year marks the 71st Memorial Day ceremony, themed "We Will Remember, Record, and Fulfill Our Responsibilities." The theme emphasizes the importance of remembering the sacrifices made for the nation and community, and continuing the noble spirit of those who have served to achie June 6, 2026

China's Xi Jinping to Visit North Korea Ahead of Historic Meeting Two days before Xi Jinping's state visit to North Korea, the Chinese ambassador to the country emphasized the strategic significance of the China-North Korea relationship and expressed optimism about its development. According to Yonhap News on June 6, Wang Yajun, the Chinese ambassador to North Korea, highlighted in an article published in the People's Daily that this visit marks Xi's first trip to North Korea in nearly seven years and his first overseas trip of the year. He stated, "The June 6, 2026

Kim Young-sung: Architect of Long-Term Investment Connecting Pensions and ETFs The South Korean asset management industry is undergoing a significant transformation. The market is shifting from a focus on public funds to exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and the investment culture is evolving from short-term trading to long-term asset management centered on pensions. At the forefront of this change is Kim Young-sung, CEO of KB Asset Management. Starting as a bond management expert, Kim has extensive experience in overseas investment, pension fund management, retirement pension June 6, 2026

Kim Jong Un Observes Naval Trials of New Destroyer 'Ganggeonho' Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, emphasized the need to strengthen naval capabilities for nuclear deterrence while observing the naval trials of the new 5,000-ton destroyer 'Ganggeonho,' which had previously run aground during its launch ceremony last year. According to Yonhap News on June 6, the Korean Central News Agency reported that Kim visited the 'Ganggeonho' on June 4, where operational capability evaluation trials were underway. Kim boarded the destroyer to assess the stat June 6, 2026