Naver Cloud Launches Defense AI Task Force to Target Military Market Naver Cloud is establishing a new organization dedicated to defense artificial intelligence (AI) and is set to enter the defense AI market. According to industry sources on May 31, Naver Cloud will launch a Defense AI Transformation (AX) Task Force (TF) on June 1, which will be led by CEO Kim Yoo-won. The Defense AX TF will integrate AI model development, business development, and marketing functions. Its goal is to develop AI models specialized for the defense sector and promote their May 31, 2026

Park Geun-hye Supports Choo Kyung-ho Ahead of Local Elections in Daegu Former President Park Geun-hye visited Seomun Market in Daegu on May 31 to support Choo Kyung-ho, the People Power Party candidate for mayor, just three days before the June 3 local elections. Dressed in a black long-sleeve shirt and jeans, Park arrived at the market around 4 p.m. and greeted Choo and other People Power Party candidates running in Daegu. Supporters gathered at the market welcomed her with applause and waved South Korean flags. Park also exchanged friendly greetings with c May 31, 2026

An Se-young Claims Singapore Open Title, Secures Fourth Win of the Season An Se-young, the world No. 1 in women's singles badminton, secured her fourth title of the season by defeating Japan's Akane Yamaguchi, ranked third, 2-1 (21-11, 17-21, 21-19) in the final of the 2026 BWF World Tour Super 750 Singapore Open on May 31. This victory marks An's third career title at this tournament, following her wins in 2023 and 2024. With this win, she has now claimed four titles this season, adding to her earlier victories at the Malaysia Open, India Open, and the Asian Ch May 31, 2026

USMCA Negotiations Loom as U.S. Proposes 50% Domestic Content Rule for Auto Parts As the decision on whether to extend the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) approaches in a month, the domestic automotive industry is on high alert. Reports indicate that the U.S. has proposed increasing the domestic content requirement for auto parts and materials to over 50%, raising concerns among companies operating in Mexico. According to industry sources, the U.S. and Mexico-Canada are currently conducting a joint review ahead of the USMCA extension decision scheduled for May 31, 2026

SSG Landers Set Unwanted Record with 12-Game Losing Streak The SSG Landers, mired in a prolonged slump, have set an unwanted franchise record with a 12-game losing streak in the KBO League. On May 31, SSG lost 6-2 to the Hanwha Eagles at Daejeon Hanwha Life Eagles Park. This defeat marks SSG's 12th consecutive loss since May 17, surpassing the previous franchise record of 11 losses set twice during the team's time as the SK Wyverns (from June 22 to July 5, 2000, and from August 28 to September 9, 2020). Additionally, this streak exceeds the previou May 31, 2026

Diplomats Enchanted by the Blend of History and Modernity at Seoul Walking Event On May 31, diplomats from various countries participated in the '2026 Seoul Foreign Palace Walking Event,' organized by Aju Economy News. The event began at Gwanghwamun Square in the heart of Seoul and featured a route that included Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace, and Jogyesa Temple, captivating participants with the unique scenery created by the blend of past and present. Jacques Plis, Luxembourg's ambassador to South Korea, expressed his admiration for the sight of the hi May 31, 2026

President Lee Vows to Intensify Investigation into False Comments Related to Social Disasters President Lee Jae-myung stated on May 31 that authorities will conduct a more thorough investigation and impose strict penalties regarding false comments related to social disasters.On this day, President Lee shared an article on his X (formerly Twitter) account titled, "50s Man Arrested for Second Harm through False Comments on Social Disasters," highlighting the arrest of a man in his 50s who allegedly posted over 3,000 defamatory and insulting comments related to disasters over four years sin May 31, 2026

World News Media Congress Returns to France After 30 Years, AI Takes Center Stage Marseille—The 77th World News Media Congress (WNMC26), organized by the World Association of News Publishers (WAN-IFRA), will kick off on June 1 in Marseille, France, marking the event's return to the country after nearly 30 years since it was last held in Paris in 1995. This year’s congress is particularly notable as artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a central theme in the news industry. Over the course of three days, more than 1,000 publishers, editors, and CEOs from over 60 May 31, 2026

One Year of Lee Jae-myung's Government: Focus on Curbing Speculative Demand As of June 4, the Lee Jae-myung administration marks its first year with a focus on establishing a market order centered on actual residents and curbing speculative demand. The government has implemented a series of financial, tax, and administrative regulations aimed at putting pressure on multiple homeowners and gap investors since its inception. The stringent regulations have sent warning signals to the overheated high-end housing market, effectively dampening speculative buying. Howev May 31, 2026

South Korea's Export Growth Surges Amid Successful US Tariff Negotiations The administration of President Lee Jae-myung has experienced significant ups and downs over the past year, particularly in trade relations with the United States, where it faced the tariff policies of President Donald Trump. However, the government has successfully concluded tariff negotiations and is witnessing record-breaking export figures. Leading the charge, semiconductor exports reached an unprecedented $700 billion last year, with the $900 billion mark now within reach. Nonetheless May 31, 2026