S. Korean military on standby ahead of Yoon's impeachment ruling

SEOUL, April 04 (AJP) - South Korea’s military elevated its surveillance readiness against North Korea Friday, ahead of the Constitutional Court’s ruling on the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol. According to the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS), the military expanded and reinforced the operation of surveillance equipment such as reconnaissance aircraft, radar, and thermal observation devices (TOD) in the hours leading up to the 11 a.m. ruling. Key military commanders

April 4, 2025

PHOTOS: Korea's largest auto show opens at KINTEX

SEOUL, April 03 (AJP) - The 2025 Seoul Mobility Show, the premier automotive exhibition in South Korea, commenced this week at the KINTEX convention center in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province. The event began with a media preview on Wednesday, followed by an official opening ceremony on Thursday, and is scheduled to run through April 13. The show has attracted approximately 460 companies from across the globe, eager to display their latest innovations. Among the highlights are anticipated debuts

April 3, 2025

Over 80 billion won raised for wildfire victims as donations continue to pour in

SEOUL, April 3 (AJP) - After a spate of massive wildfires that devastated the southern part of the country late last month, over 80 billion won has been donated to support recovery efforts. According to the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters, the total donations collected through various charity organizations reached about 84.12 billion won (US$61 million) as of Thursday. The blazes that began in Sancheong, South Gyeongsang Province, on March 21 and Uiseong,

April 3, 2025

Asian cosmetics brand ends partnership with actor Kim Soo-hyun

SEOUL, April 3 (AJP) - Global cosmetics brand Y.O.U BEAUTY has severed ties with South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun and signaled potential legal action following allegations concerning his relationship with the late actress Kim Sae-ron. In a statement posted on its official Instagram account, Y.O.U BEAUTY reaffirmed its commitment to values that support and empower women. "We believe every woman deserves to live with confidence, dignity, and strength," the company said. Th

April 3, 2025

Yoon not to attend Constitutional Court's impeachment ruling

SEOUL, April 3 (AJP) - President Yoon Suk Yeol will not attend the Constitutional Court of Korea's verdict in his impeachment trial, his legal representatives said on Thursday. The court earlier announced that it will deliver its ruling on Yoon's impeachment over his botched Dec. 3 declaration of martial law at 11 a.m. on Friday. "The president has decided not to be present for the ruling," Yoon's legal representatives said in a statement, citing security co

April 3, 2025

Italian Embassy partners with Korean fried chicken giant Kyochon for new Italy-inspired menu

SEOUL, April 03 (AJP) - The Italian Embassy in Seoul has joined forces with Kyochon Food & Beverages, South Korea’s leading fried chicken franchise, to develop new chicken dishes using premium Italian ingredients. Unlike other major fried chicken chains known for heavily spiced or sweet-and-spicy sauces, Kyochon is recognized for its signature crispy fried chicken coated in a sweet soy glaze. With about 1,400 locations across the country, Kyochon has also built strong po

April 3, 2025

Event to connect foreign job seekers in South Korea with career networking opportunities

SEOUL, April 3 (AJP) - Hordes of foreigners are expected to gather for an event in Seoul next week, which aims to help those seeking job opportunities here. Hosted by Exprivé, a company that connects over 10,000 foreign influencers living here to promote Korean culture worldwide, the event, scheduled for next Saturday in Seoul's trendy Seongsu-dong district, will offer international students a chance to meet with businesses across various industries. The event will beg

April 3, 2025

PHOTOS: Seoul locks down key areas ahead of Yoon Suk Yeol verdict

SEOUL, April 03 (AJP) - One day before the Constitutional Court is set to deliver its verdict on the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol, authorities in the capital have significantly expanded security measures, sealing off key areas and restricting public access. Police have widened the so-called “vacuum zone” around the court to a 150-meter radius, erecting large barriers and using buses to block roads and sidewalks leading to the court. The heightened restriction

April 3, 2025

Hanwha Aerospace partners with US drone firm to enter lucrative unmanned aircraft market

SEOUL, April 3 (AJP) - Hanwha Aerospace, a leading South Korean defense firm, has announced a strategic partnership with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems of the United States to jointly develop and produce advanced unmanned aircraft. The collaboration positions Hanwha to tap into the rapidly growing global drone market, projected to reach 50 trillion won (approximately $34 billion) by 2040. The partnership will center on the development of the Gray Eagle-STOL (GE-STOL) unmann

April 3, 2025

KORUS FTA now a blank sheet as Trump imposes 'reciprocal' tariffs on Korean imports

SEOUL, April 3 (AJP) - The United States announced on Thursday that it will impose a 25 percent "reciprocal" tariff on all imports from South Korea, effectively nullifying the Korea-U.S. Free Trade Agreement. The sweeping measure marks a dramatic shift in economic relations between the two longtime allies. President Donald Trump signed an executive order enacting the tariff policy, which targets several major U.S. trading partners. China faces the highest levy at 34 per

April 3, 2025