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  • Yeosu World Island Expo: A Weekend Transformation
    Yeosu World Island Expo: A Weekend Transformation "There’s nothing to see," and "Is this all for 70 billion won?"Since its opening on September 5, the 2026 Yeosu World Island Expo has faced significant criticism. Some broadcasts, YouTube channels, and social media highlighted the lack of content at the main venue and the unpreparedness of the sub-venues, leading to perceptions that the expo was a failure.However, on the ninth day of the event, which coincided with its second weekend on September 13, the atmosphere at the Yeosu World Island Expo was noticeably different from what had been portrayed online.Families, couples, and tourists filled the venue, while volunteers and staff were busy assisting visitors with navigation and exhibition access. While it may be premature to declare that initial concerns have been completely alleviated, the efforts of the organizing committee, staff, and volunteers to revitalize the expo were evident on that day.This shift is also reflected in recent media reports. On September 13, the expo featured a cooking show by renowned chef Ahn Yoo-sung, traditional performances from West Africa, random play dance events, and a creative dance performance by the Yeosu City Dance Company. The previous day, a weekly concert attracted families and couples to the venue.Initially, the expo faced challenges.It is themed "Connecting Islands, Seas, and the Future" and runs from September 5 to November 4, spanning 61 days. The main venue is located in the Dolsan Jinmo area, connecting the sub-venues of Gaedo, Geumo, and the Yeosu World Expo site, with participation from 30 countries and a goal of attracting 3 million visitors. The official size of the venue is 184,302 square meters.However, during the first three days of the expo, the cumulative visitor count was only 41,446. The opening day saw 25,417 visitors, followed by 10,251 on the 6th and 5,778 on the 7th. To meet the goal of 3 million visitors, an average of about 49,000 visitors per day is needed, indicating that the initial performance fell short of expectations.Evaluations of the exhibition content have been mixed.JTBC reported that visitor reactions indicated the experiential content at the theme and future islands did not meet expectations, highlighting issues with the sub-venues and the Dongdong Port vessel. Concerns were particularly raised about the lack of preparation for experiences involving future transportation and the Gaedo camping site.Thus, it is difficult to dismiss the initial criticism as mere "denigration."Following the criticism, the organizing committee took action, expanding performances and interactive programs based on visitor feedback. Weekly concerts are now held every Friday and Saturday, along with busking, cultural performances, and participation events utilizing the media facade of the theme island, as well as outdoor movie programs.The changes felt on-site on September 13 appear to be linked to these enhancements.The central theme island showcases the birth, life, coexistence, and future of islands through a 360-degree LED media facade. The marine ecological island features junk art marine life, underwater spaces, and a digital aquarium, while the future island presents future transportation and energy solutions, including UAM and hydrogen vessels.The cultural island highlights the lifestyles, history, and culture of domestic and international islands, while the international exchange island connects people and islands worldwide. The treasure island offers children interactive experiences with slides, ball pits, suspension bridges, and AR activities.The content introduced in the expo's informational materials aligns well with the actual official programs. The organizing committee's official website lists experiences such as moss garden making, drawing and mirror crafting, keychain making, upcycling, as well as camping, graffiti, island spot tours, and healing programs at Gaedo.Ultimately, what drives the expo is the people.What stood out on that day was not just the massive facilities but the people involved. Staff and volunteers guiding visitors and those preparing performances were present throughout the venue. The success of a global expo cannot be judged solely by the scale of its facilities and budget.While there were shortcomings at the start, it is the role of the media and visitors to point them out. However, it is equally important to document how the scene evolves in response to that feedback.The Yeosu World Island Expo is now on its ninth day.There are still over 50 days remaining.It is too early to declare failure based solely on the numbers from the first three days, and it is also premature to proclaim success based on the vibrancy of the second weekend.However, one thing was clear on September 13: the portrayal of a "deserted expo" in online videos does not fully capture the evolving reality of the Yeosu World Island Expo.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-13 20:36:00
  • Lee: ISDS Victory Confirms No Protection for Lawbreaking Foreign Investors
    Lee: ISDS Victory Confirms No Protection for Lawbreaking Foreign Investors President Lee Jae-myung stated on September 13 that the government’s victory in the international investment dispute settlement (ISDS) case confirms that foreign investors cannot receive protection for investments that violate domestic laws.In a post on his X account, President Lee emphasized that the principle established in the ISDS cancellation procedure is that foreign investors are not entitled to protection for investments that violate South Korean laws.He expressed gratitude to officials at the Ministry of Justice for their efforts to protect national interests and reiterated his commitment to firmly respond to unjust claims.The ISDS case mentioned by President Lee involves a cancellation request filed by Chinese investor Peng Jianmin against the South Korean government based on the Korea-China Investment Agreement. This case originated from an ISDS event initiated on August 3, 2020.Previously, Peng Jianmin established Baekik Investment Co., Ltd. (Pye Korea) to secure a project financing loan for the purchase of Huafu Building in China. After defaulting on the loan, the financial institution disposed of the shares of the company used as collateral, leading Peng Jianmin to file a civil lawsuit, which he lost.Separately, after being convicted in a criminal trial for bribery involving financial institution employees during the loan process, Peng Jianmin raised the ISDS claim, challenging the execution of the collateral and the civil and criminal proceedings. The claim amount was approximately 2 trillion won, ultimately reduced to about 264.1 billion won.The arbitration tribunal ruled in May 2024 that Pye Korea was established to obtain an improper project financing loan through bribery, citing the government’s argument that the establishment of the company and acquisition of shares constituted illegal investment not protected under the agreement. The tribunal dismissed all of Peng Jianmin's claims and ordered him to pay approximately 4.9 billion won in litigation costs to the government.In response, Peng Jianmin filed a cancellation request with the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) in September of that year.The Ministry of Justice has been collaborating with external experts, including domestic and international law firms and academia, through an international investment dispute response team composed of relevant government departments.On September 12, nearly two years later, the ICSID cancellation committee ruled to dismiss all of Peng Jianmin's requests and ordered him to pay approximately 1.5 billion won in litigation costs to the government.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-13 20:08:00
  • Education Ministry: Up to 1,200 Students Affected by Application System Outage
    Education Ministry: Up to 1,200 Students Affected by Application System Outage As many as 1,200 students were unable to complete their college application submissions due to a system outage during the early admissions process. In response, the Education Ministry and the Korean Council for University Education (KCUE) announced they will accept relief applications from September 14 to 16.On September 13, the Education Ministry reported that of approximately 2.61 million early admission applications, an estimated 1,200 students were unable to finalize their submissions due to the system failure.The ministry stated that it has developed a relief plan in collaboration with the KCUE regarding the application system outage.Relief applications can be submitted through a bulletin board on the Uway Apply website from 9 a.m. on September 14 until 6 p.m. on September 16.The Education Ministry and KCUE pledged to conduct a thorough investigation into the cause and circumstances of the Uway Apply system failure, and they indicated that they would pursue legal accountability if necessary.Previously, at around 5:50 p.m. on September 11, an error occurred in the Uway Apply system, preventing some students from successfully completing their application and payment processes. At that time, the KCUE extended the application deadline from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-13 20:08:00
  • KIAs Kim Do-young Becomes Youngest Player to Achieve 40 Home Runs, 100 RBIs, and 100 Runs
    KIA's Kim Do-young Becomes Youngest Player to Achieve 40 Home Runs, 100 RBIs, and 100 Runs KIA Tigers' Kim Do-young has become the youngest player in KBO history to achieve 40 home runs, 100 RBIs, and 100 runs. This milestone comes just four days after he suffered a broken nose. On September 13, Kim started as the designated hitter in a home game against the Hanwha Eagles at Gwangju Kia Champions Field. The historic record was set in his third at-bat during the fifth inning, with the Tigers leading 3-2. After Park Jae-hyun reached base with a triple, Kim hit a timely single to left field, extending the lead to 4-2. With this hit, he added one more RBI, achieving the youngest-ever 40 home runs, 100 RBIs, and 100 runs this season at the age of 22 years, 11 months, and 11 days. The previous record was held by Lee Seung-yuop, who accomplished the feat at 22 years and 11 months and 20 days in 1999. This achievement is also a first for the KIA Tigers. Kim received a warm reception from home fans as he stepped up to bat in the first inning with one out and a runner on first base. He calmly drew a walk from Hanwha's starting pitcher Owen White, and with two outs and runners on second and third, Na Sung-bum hit a two-run single to right field, giving the Tigers a 2-0 lead. It was at this moment that Kim reached 100 RBIs and 100 runs. Kim expressed his confidence, stating, "I increased the intensity of my training yesterday and today. I feel no discomfort at all. There is no pain, and my vision is fine. I've gotten used to wearing the protective gear." Earlier, Kim had aimed for the record of the youngest player to hit 40 home runs but fell short of surpassing Lee Seung-yuop's record of 22 years and 11 months and 5 days set in 1999. However, he now stands shoulder to shoulder with his senior, Lee Seung-yuop, with this remarkable achievement of 40 home runs, 100 RBIs, and 100 runs.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-13 20:04:10
  • Government and Democratic Party Review Preparations for Major Crime Investigation Agency
    Government and Democratic Party Review Preparations for Major Crime Investigation Agency The Democratic Party and the government announced plans to review preparations for the launch of the Major Crime Investigation Agency (MCIA) and the Prosecution Agency, set to begin operations on October 2. They also discussed measures to improve the police's management of missing persons cases and expedite the recovery of missing adults.Lee Yong-woo, spokesperson for the Democratic Party, spoke to reporters at the National Assembly after a high-level government meeting held at the Prime Minister's residence in Samcheong-dong, Seoul, on the afternoon of September 13. He stated, "We will ensure that the MCIA launches without any issues by focusing on staffing, budget, office space, and system development. We have confirmed a total of 2,874 personnel for the main office specialized in investigating seven major crimes and six regional offices, and we will complete the related presidential decree."He added that a personnel plan for special appointments will be prepared within this month, alongside efforts to recruit additional special appointees and external experts. He noted that next year's budget has been set at 472.4 billion won, and the police agency's KIX system will be revamped to establish full functionality by the end of the year.The spokesperson also mentioned that the Prosecution Agency, which will launch alongside the MCIA, is undergoing similar preparations. He emphasized the need for smooth progress on tasks such as organizational structure and budget allocation, legal framework adjustments, case transfers, and improvements to the KIX system to complete the necessary reforms for the public. He stated, "We agreed to consider changing the name of the Judicial Control Department to the Non-Prosecution Case Review Department and to abolish the positions of Criminal Planning Officer and Major Crime Investigation Planning Officer."Additionally, Lee discussed improvements to the police's management of missing persons cases, which have been highlighted by recent incidents in Jeju. He said, "We discussed measures for the rapid recovery of missing adults, including increasing the number of dedicated personnel in police missing persons units to ensure at least two officers are on duty at night, and establishing dedicated organizations within provincial police agencies for missing persons investigations."He also mentioned that legislative discussions will be expedited to allow for tracking location information and verifying card usage for high-risk missing adults, similar to the provisions for missing children, without the need for a warrant.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-13 19:36:00
  • Government and Democratic Party Announce Major Support for Chuseok Holiday
    Government and Democratic Party Announce Major Support for Chuseok Holiday The Democratic Party and the government announced plans to stabilize prices for essential goods during the upcoming Chuseok holiday, which begins on September 24, by expanding supply and offering significant discounts.Lee Yong-woo, a spokesperson for the Democratic Party, spoke to reporters at the National Assembly after a high-level government meeting held at the Prime Minister's residence in Samcheong-dong, Seoul, on September 13. He stated, "The government and the party reviewed the implementation of measures to stabilize prices and alleviate the burden on citizens during the holiday period."The spokesperson revealed that the budget for discounts on agricultural and livestock products has been increased to 193 billion won, more than double the 90 billion won allocated in 2025. This will eliminate discount limits and extend the discount period beyond the Chuseok holiday, providing greater benefits on items such as cabbage, radishes, apples, beef, pork, and eggs. Additionally, he announced that 185,000 tons of essential goods will be supplied during the Chuseok holiday to enhance price stabilization efforts.As of September 11, 72,000 tons of agricultural and livestock products had been supplied out of a total of 163,000 tons, while 2,723 tons of seafood had been provided out of 22,000 tons. He emphasized the need to monitor market conditions and respond accordingly, encouraging participation from the distribution sector to ensure the effectiveness of the Chuseok price stabilization measures. He also mentioned plans for intensive price checks and field visits leading up to the holiday.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-13 19:36:00
  • Democratic Party Wont Issue Further Statement on Yoon Hye-ins Resignation
    Democratic Party Won't Issue Further Statement on Yoon Hye-in's Resignation The Democratic Party announced on September 13 that it will not issue any further official statements regarding Yoon Hye-in, who resigned from her position as the nominee for the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family.Spokesperson Lee Yong-woo made the remarks during a press briefing at the National Assembly following a high-level party-government meeting held at the Prime Minister's residence in Seoul. When asked about the party's official stance on Yoon, he stated, "There is no further information to confirm."Lee noted that while Yoon has expressed her resignation, it does not pose an issue with other political parties. He added, "This will not hinder our alliance with progressive forces," and emphasized the importance of maintaining close communication with other parties, including the Basic Income Party.In response to criticisms suggesting that the Democratic Party did not adequately support Yoon, Lee remarked, "Various opinions were expressed within the party, including from Representative Kim Min-seok," and clarified that the party's position was reflective of public sentiment.Additionally, Lee confirmed that there were no discussions regarding Yoon's status during the meeting. He stated, "The matter concerning Yoon was not on the agenda for the meeting. Given the nature of the meeting, it was not an appropriate topic for discussion," and denied that there were any ongoing discussions about strategies for the confirmation hearing.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-13 19:36:00
  • Prost! Oktoberfest fills Seoul with beer, brass bands and crowds
    'Prost!' Oktoberfest fills Seoul with beer, brass bands and crowds SEOUL, September 13 (AJP) - A vast white festival tent rose across the main plaza of Seoul's Oil Tank Culture Park on Saturday, surrounded by rows of blue parasols, beer and food stalls and crowds spilling beyond its entrance. A long line stretched along the park's main walkway toward the festival grounds. In the outdoor Beer Garden, visitors moved between tables, food stands, merchandise booths and a stall renting Bavarian-style clothing. Some of the longest lines were for beer. Visitors queued at German beer counters before carrying heavy glass steins back to their tables, while trays of Schweinshaxe, sausages, schnitzel and pretzels came out from nearby food stalls. Dirndls and lederhosen mixed with T-shirts and jeans. Some visitors had arrived already dressed for the occasion. Others stopped to rent an outfit or picked up chicken-shaped hats sold around the grounds. At the center of it all was the Big Tent. Built for roughly 4,500 seats, the white structure took up much of the festival site. Inside, rows of tables stretched toward the stage beneath strips of blue, yellow and burgundy fabric hanging from the high ceiling, with beer mugs and plates crowding the tabletops. The room did not stay seated for long. When the German brass band began playing "Ein Prosit," steins went up around the tent. Visitors leaned across tables to shout "Prost," clink glasses and dance beside their chairs. Some linked arms while others held up phones toward the stage. At one point, the musicians left the stage and moved through the crowd, playing trumpets and clarinets between the tables. What had looked minutes earlier like a huge dining hall had turned into a standing party. "It felt like they had created a place for us to actually join in," said Lee Hyun-seok, a 38-year-old office worker from Suwon who regularly attends beer festivals. Lee said he has been to the Songdo Beer Festival, Cass festivals and several similar events in South Korea, but found the atmosphere here different. "At some beer festivals, it feels more like you are drinking while watching celebrities perform," he said. "Here, I was drinking while actually becoming part of the party." He recalled people doing the chicken dance, linking arms and singing along with others around them. "It felt like everyone became part of the same group," he said. The crowd also caught him off guard. Lee said the Big Tent felt packed once he entered and queues formed around both beer and food counters. At one point, he estimated that he waited about an hour to get a beer. "I didn't know people would be this serious about it," Lee said. "Koreans were coming dressed in German traditional clothes and wearing chicken hats. You could tell people really came here to enjoy themselves." Outside the tent, the festival was more spread out. Rows of blue parasols covered the Beer Garden, where visitors sat with drinks or moved between food stalls, photo zones and sponsor booths. Some sat on nearby grass while others stopped along the park's walkways before heading back toward the tent. FC Bayern Munich was operating a pop-up booth on the grounds. Bavarian-style outfits were available for rent, and other stalls sold festival goods and food. Ten German beer brands are being served during the festival, including Paulaner, Krombacher and Schneider, alongside South Korean craft brewer Original Beer Company. The venue itself gives the festival an unusual backdrop. Oil Tank Culture Park was once the Mapo Oil Depot, a petroleum storage complex built in the 1970s after the first oil crisis. It was closed ahead of the 2002 World Cup and later converted into a cultural space, reopening to the public in 2017. The old cylindrical tanks still rise around the park, looking down over the festival grounds. For Kate Schmidt, a 29-year-old German living in Gwangmyeong, parts of the Seoul festival felt familiar. She pointed to the brass band, the colorful fabric hanging from the Big Tent ceiling, heart-shaped gingerbread necklaces and the outdoor Beer Garden. "You could see how much effort went into giving the Big Tent a German feel," Schmidt said. "The indoor atmosphere was lively and the energy felt very real. People were dancing everywhere." She said Munich's Oktoberfest is much larger, with more than 10 major beer tents offering different food, drinks and atmospheres. Seoul has one main Big Tent. "But it still brought back a lot of memories," she said. Schmidt also noticed children around the festival grounds. "Oktoberfest in Germany is also a festival where a lot of families come," she said. "So I really liked seeing children here too." Oktoberfest Seoul 2026 opened Saturday for a 10-day run through Sept. 21. Organizers say it is the first event in South Korea officially authorized by Munich to use the Oktoberfest name. The original Oktoberfest dates to 1810, when celebrations were held in Munich for the marriage of Bavarian Crown Prince Ludwig, later King Ludwig I, and Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen. The festivities included a horse race on the grounds now known as Theresienwiese, which remains the home of Oktoberfest. The large beer halls now associated with the festival developed later in the 19th century. Seoul's opening ceremony also drew on traditions from Munich. Before the first keg was tapped, Jörn Beißert, deputy head of mission at the German Embassy in Seoul, welcomed the crowd and said Oktoberfest was about more than beer, food and music. Germany and South Korea already cooperate closely in areas including business, science, politics and research, he said, but formal ties were only part of the relationship. "What matters most is when people come together, talk, laugh and meet new friends, like today," Beißert said. "I think that is when ties become even stronger." He said organizers wanted the festival to provide that kind of meeting place, bringing German tradition together with Seoul's atmosphere and hospitality. After his remarks, attention turned to a wooden beer keg on the stage. Getting it open took more than a few swings of the mallet. Schmidt found that particularly amusing. "In Germany, people joke about how many hits it takes someone to open the keg," she said, laughing. "Today, it took quite a lot." The joke has a history of its own. Munich's official keg-tapping tradition began in 1950, when then-Mayor Thomas Wimmer needed 17 strikes to open the first barrel. The best recorded performance since then is two. Once the keg was tapped, the Bavarian call "O'zapft is!" — "It is tapped" — marked the opening of the festival. Communal toasts followed before the brass band took over. Among those who had gone to some effort to dress for the occasion was Shin Ji-su, a 22-year-old university student from Seoul. She came with four friends. All five had bought Bavarian-style outfits online before the festival. "We like going to festivals together, and as soon as we found out about this one, we decided to come," Shin said. For her, the appeal went beyond beer. "There are limits to learning about another country from a history book or in class," she said. "When you actually experience the culture somewhere, there is an atmosphere and liveliness that writing, pictures or videos can't give you." Her group had already spotted its next purchase near the entrance: chicken hats. Schmidt said seeing Korean visitors embrace the clothing, music and other festival traditions was one of the things she enjoyed most. "It made me really happy that an event like this was happening in Korea," she said. "Seeing Korean people and people from different countries all enjoying themselves together made me proud to be German." She said she hoped more events like it would give people opportunities to experience German culture outside formal settings. A German Culture Showroom at Oil Tank 6 is also running during the festival's two weekends, with books, short films, children's activities and information on studying and living in Germany. By late afternoon, the band was still playing inside the Big Tent. Another song started. People got back on their feet, and the beer glasses went up again. 2026-09-13 19:28:41
  • Weather Forecast: Cloudy with Temperature Variations Up to 15 Degrees
    Weather Forecast: Cloudy with Temperature Variations Up to 15 Degrees On Monday, most regions across the country are expected to be partly cloudy.The morning low is forecasted to be between 14 and 21 degrees Celsius, while the afternoon high is expected to reach between 25 and 30 degrees. For the time being, significant temperature differences of 10 to 15 degrees between day and night are anticipated, so residents should take care of their health.Due to the moon's gravitational pull, higher sea levels are expected. Caution is advised as coastal low-lying areas may experience flooding during high tide, along with potential sewage backflow.Waves in the sea are expected to reach heights of 0.5 to 1.5 meters in the East Sea and 0.5 to 1.0 meters in the West and South Seas.In the offshore waters (approximately 200 km from the coastline), wave heights are forecasted to be 0.5 to 2.0 meters in the East Sea and 0.5 to 1.5 meters in the West and South Seas.Forecasted temperatures for major cities include: Seoul (18-27 degrees), Incheon (19-26 degrees), Suwon (18-26 degrees), Chuncheon (16-26 degrees), Gangneung (18-25 degrees), Cheongju (18-26 degrees), Daejeon (16-25 degrees), Sejong (16-25 degrees), Jeonju (17-27 degrees), Gwangju (18-28 degrees), Daegu (19-29 degrees), Busan (21-30 degrees), Ulsan (20-29 degrees), Changwon (21-30 degrees), and Jeju (22-27 degrees).* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-13 18:52:00
  • Korean Minister Kim Jung-kwan Aims for Finalization of U.S. Investment Talks This Week
    Korean Minister Kim Jung-kwan Aims for Finalization of U.S. Investment Talks This Week 김정관 산업통상부 장관이 한미 간 대미투자 협상이 상당 부분 진전됐다며 이번 주 중 최종 타결과 발표를 시도하겠다고 밝혔다. 다만 구체적인 투자 사업과 투자 구조를 둘러싼 일부 쟁점은 아직 남아 있다고 했다. 김 장관은 13일 미국과의 대미 투자 후속 협의를 마치고 인천국제공항을 통해 귀국한 뒤 기자들과 만나 "많은 이슈에서 합의에 근접한 것은 사실이지만 아직 여러 가지 쟁점이 남아 있다"고 말했다. 이어 "내부 절차를 거쳐 이번 주 초 다시 한번 화상회의를 통해 협의할 예정"이라며 "이번 주 안에 최종 타결되면 발표까지 해보자는 생각을 하고 있다"고 덧붙였다. 김 장관은 이번 방미에서 하워드 러트닉 미 상무장관 등과 대미 투자 사업의 대상과 규모, 투자 방식 등을 놓고 막판 조율을 벌인 것으로 알려졌다. 다만 첫 번째 투자 사업으로 거론되는 미국 텍사스주 엔시날 가스복합화력발전소와 후속 원전 건설 사업의 확정 여부에 대해서는 말을 아꼈다. 김 장관은 "아직 최종 결정이 나지 않아 지금 당장 말씀드리기는 곤란하다"며 "구체적인 사업 내용은 최종 결과가 나온 뒤 말씀드리겠다"고 했다. 사업성 우려가 제기된 알래스카 액화천연가스(LNG) 개발 사업의 투자 대상 포함 여부에 대해서도 "현재 구체적인 프로젝트에 대해서는 말씀드리기 어렵다"고 답했다. 다만 대미 전략적 투자 규모가 당초 합의한 2000억 달러를 넘어설 수 있다는 관측에는 선을 그었다. 김 장관은 "우리 투자 한도 2000억 달러와 연간 200억 달러 한도는 당초 미국과 합의한 대로 지켜질 것"이라며 "이를 초과하는 일은 없을 것으로 생각하며 이는 양측의 합의 사항"이라고 강조했다. 투자금 회수와 손실 분담에 영향을 미칠 특수목적법인(SPV) 구성 등 투자 구조에 대해서는 구체적인 설명을 내놓지 않았다. 김 장관은 "협상이라는 게 마지막 사인할 때까지 쟁점이 남아 있는 게 사실"이라며 "마지막 사인할 때까지는 끝난 게 아니다"라고 말했다.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-09-13 18:48:00