Boryung Completes Acquisition of Taxotere, Launches Global Business Boryung announced on June 2 that it has finalized its acquisition of the global business rights for the anticancer drug Taxotere (generic name docetaxel) from Sanofi and has commenced global sales. Revenue from this product will be reflected in Boryung's financial results starting this month. Taxotere is an original cytotoxic anticancer drug containing docetaxel, widely used for various cancers including breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, prostate cancer, gastric cancer, and head June 2, 2026

National Data Agency Advances Data Integration and Utilization for AI Competitiveness The National Data Agency is working to establish a national data management system through the promotion of the National Data Basic Law and the expansion of public and private data integration. During the first year of the Lee administration, efforts have intensified to position the agency as the central authority for national data in the era of artificial intelligence (AI), marking the beginning of a national-level data ecosystem. In a report titled "Achievements of the People's Sovereig June 2, 2026

[6·3 Local Elections] Ruling Party Appeals for Votes Ahead of Election Day On June 2, the Democratic Party made a final appeal for votes ahead of the June 3 local elections, urging voters to choose the ruling party candidate who will work with President Lee Jae-myung. Jo Seung-rae, the party's secretary-general, spoke to reporters at the National Assembly, stating, "With just one day left until the election, it is time to vote for the normalization of South Korea and to create an effective local government." He emphasized that the essence of this election is to June 2, 2026

President Lee Calls for Accountability in Biased Broadcasting President Lee Jae-myung criticized certain terrestrial and comprehensive channels on June 2, questioning whether they face penalties for losing neutrality and fairness, likening their reporting to that of a political party's mouthpiece.During a Cabinet meeting and emergency economic review at the Blue House, President Lee made these remarks after receiving a report from Kim Jong-cheol, chairman of the Korea Communications Commission."While newspapers should allow for broad competition, public br June 2, 2026

China Strengthens Regulations on Foreign Investment Amid Security Concerns China is significantly tightening regulations on foreign investments that may impact national security and interests. This move follows the recent acquisition of the Chinese AI startup Manus by U.S. tech giant Meta, prompting concerns about the outflow of advanced technologies, critical data, and skilled personnel. According to China's state-run Xinhua News Agency, the State Council announced new regulations on foreign investment on June 1, set to take effect on July 1. The new regulatio June 2, 2026

The Future of Search: From SEO to AEO and GEO in the Age of AI For over 20 years, search engine optimization (SEO) has been a key growth strategy in the digital media industry. However, the rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) is fundamentally changing the concept of search itself. As we transition from an era where users clicked links to visit websites to one where AI provides direct answers, media organizations are reevaluating their optimization strategies. During the World News Media Congress (WNMC) held in Marseille, France, on June 1 June 2, 2026

Every Vote Shapes the Future of Our Communities: Make Your Voice Heard The 9th nationwide local elections are just one day away. While the campaigning is coming to an end, the choices of voters are just beginning. Candidates have appealed for votes by promising regional development, recovery of livelihoods, and future growth strategies. However, the most crucial aspect of democracy is not the candidates' voices but the participation of voters. No matter how excellent the systems and policies are, they hold no meaning if citizens do not go to the polls. Local electi June 2, 2026

APAR Opens 'Pink Lounge' Pop-Up Featuring MediCube Beauty Tech APAR is launching a pop-up store for its beauty brand MediCube to showcase its beauty tech capabilities. The pop-up store will operate from June 3 to 14 on the basement level of the 'The Crown' at Lotte Department Store Avenue L in Jamsil, APAR announced on June 2. The store, themed 'Pink Glow Tech Lounge,' features a signature pink-toned interior to enhance brand immersion. The main area of the event will showcase the full lineup of MediCube's AGE-R beauty devices, developed in-hous June 2, 2026

President Lee Promises to Double Governance Speed in Next Four Years President Lee Jae-myung pledged on June 2 to ensure that his administration receives greater public support and evaluation by the end of his term than at its start.During a Cabinet meeting and emergency economic inspection at the Blue House, President Lee stated, "In the next four years, if we double the speed of governance and put in our utmost effort, we can utilize the remaining four years as if they were eight years and work as if we have eight years ahead of us."He noted that the government June 2, 2026

Choo Mi-ae Urges Voters to Support Democratic Progress in Gyeonggi Province Choo Mi-ae, the Democratic Party candidate for Gyeonggi governor, called on voters to support the upcoming election on June 3, urging them to judge the forces that threaten democracy and to pave the way for Gyeonggi's advancement. On June 2, a day before the election, Choo's campaign committee released a statement noting that Gyeonggi's early voting rate stands at 20.96%, which is lower than the national average and ranks among the lowest of the 17 provinces and cities. The campaign te June 2, 2026