AI Chips & Semiconductors: South Korea is pushing a massive regional semiconductor and AI data-center megaproject, with President Lee Jae-myung personally overseeing progress and Samsung and SK hynix pledging huge investments to build fabs and AI infrastructure across Jeolla and other regions. Space & Telecom Infrastructure: Korea plans a low-Earth orbit satellite communications network by 2035 (128–512 satellites) and a lunar landing by 2030, aiming to boost security and 6G-era connectivity. Currency & Markets: Seoul is preparing for 24-hour won trading from July 6 as the currency hits fresh stress points, tied to efforts to win an MSCI upgrade. Energy & Shipping: HD Hyundai Heavy Industries won a contract for an LNG FSRU, supporting new import infrastructure in Indonesia. Construction Skills & Industry Talent: An international skills competition in Asia highlighted bricklaying, UAV maintenance, and high-voltage cable inspection—showing how practical training is becoming a cross-border industry priority. Consumer & Retail Demand: A weak won is still driving Chinese shopping trips and duty-free buys in Korea, reinforcing how FX moves can quickly reshape retail flows. Legal/Online Safety: A US court approved a Korean celebrity’s request to identify anonymous users behind malicious online comments, feeding into broader privacy and platform accountability debates.