China's BYD to enter Korean EV market in early 2025

SEOUL, November 13 (AJP) - China's largest electric vehicle maker BYD Co. announced on Wednesday its plans to launch passenger vehicles in South Korea in early 2025. The company, which surpassed 3 million units in global eco-friendly vehicle sales last year, is currently finalizing its dealer networks and seeking regulatory approvals for its vehicles, subsidiary BYD Korea said. Industry sources expect the Seal, a mid-sized sedan, to be BYD's first model in South Korea, wi

November 13, 2024

AMCHAM Korea raises 120 million won for student aid in annual fundraiser

SEOUL, November 13 (AJP) - The American Chamber of Commerce in Korea announced Wednesday that it raised about 120 million won (US$85,360) at its annual fundraising dinner to support university scholarships. Thirty-five CEOs and executives served dinner and wine to 430 attendees at the 17th AMCHAM CEO Service Night organized the previous day by the Partners for the Future Foundation under AMCHAM Korea. "Together, we are building a brighter future, and I'm proud to be part

November 13, 2024

Yonsei language institute director emphasizes specialized Korean language education to address industry needs

SEOUL, November 13 (AJP) - As Korean language and culture continue to gain global interest, the director of one of South Korea’s leading language institutions has called for a shift toward specialized Korean language education tailored to specific industries. Rhee Seok-chae, director of Yonsei University's Korean Language Institute, which currently has 2,400 students, said that while general language instruction serves many international students, those pursuing careers in

November 13, 2024

Boston Dynamics' robot dog deployed for Trump security detail

SEOUL, November 13 (AJP) - Boston Dynamics, a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Group, has reportedly deployed its four-legged robot, "Spot," to join the security detail for U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. Media reports on Wednesday stated that the robot was seen at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence in Palm Beach, Florida, equipped with advanced sensors and bearing "DO NOT PET" markings on its legs. The robot features autonomous navigation capabilities and can o

November 13, 2024

PHOTOS: Farmers rally in Seoul, demanding urgent agricultural reforms

SEOUL, November 13 (AJP) - Hundreds of farmers rallied in front of the National Assembly in Seoul on Tuesday, demanding urgent reforms to agricultural policies. Led by the Korean Succession Advanced Farmers Federation (KSAFF), protesters called for greater attention to the agricultural industry, along with a range of support measures, particularly for young farmers, to tackle the challenges posed by Korea's declining rural population. They complained that rising farming and production

November 13, 2024

OPINION: Three reasons why Trump White House might not be disaster for Ukraine − in fact, it might tighten screws on Russia

SEOUL, November 13 (AJP) - Among the first world leaders to speak with Donald Trump following his election victory on Nov. 5, 2024 was Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Congratulating the U.S. president-elect, Zelenskyy expressed confidence in the "potential for stronger cooperation" between the two nations. Others are less sure. For many foreign policy observers, Trump's victory – together with his lukewarm attitude toward NATO, criticism of the amount of

November 13, 2024

Forum discusses North Korean human rights and reunification strategies

SEOUL, November 12 (AJP) - Experts and academics shared their valuable insights on North Korean human rights as well as other relevant topics such as tasks and challenges for reunification between the two Koreas at a forum held at Ajou University in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province on Monday. Co-hosted by the National Institute for Unification Education and the Ajou Institute for Unification, the forum drew over 100 participants. The forum's key speakers raised awareness of North Kor

November 12, 2024

Joint military exercise with British soldiers underway near demilitarized zone

SEOUL, November 12 (AJP) - A military exercise involving British soldiers kicked off in South Korea on Monday. The 10-day joint exercise near the demilitarized zone dubbed "Exercise Imjin Warrior" - named after the "Battle of the Imjin River" in 1951 during the Korean War (1950~1953) - includes around 100 soldiers from the Royal Gurkha Rifles, a rifle regiment of the British Army and runs until next week. The military drill, the third of its kind, aims to stre

November 12, 2024

Pinkfong animation tops Netflix kids' charts in 9 countries

SEOUL, November 12 (AJP) - "Pinkfong Little Dino School," a children's animation created by The Pinkfong Company, has taken the top spot in the kids' category on Netflix in nine countries, the South Korean entertainment company announced Tuesday. Since its release on Nov. 4, the show has climbed to number one in markets including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Hong Kong, and Singapore. It also made it into Netflix's Top 10 in 12 count

November 12, 2024

KT successfully launches new communication satellite into orbit

SEOUL, November 12 (AJP) - KT SAT, a Korean satellite service firm, said Tuesday that its new communication satellite was successfully launched and placed into orbit. The Koreasat-6A satellite, KT SAT's first launch in seven years, lifted off aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket at 12:22 p.m. (U.S. time) Monday from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. The geostationary satellite deployed about 35 minutes after lift-off, according to the company affiliated with telec

November 12, 2024