South Korea says it flagged concerns over Hyundai’s US investment plan

South Korea’s industry minister said on Monday that the government had expressed concerns over Hyundai announcing multibillion-dollar US investment plans at the same time as Seoul was involved in delicate trade negotiations with Washington. “We...

Seoul activates trade channel with Beijing to minimize impact of Hanwha Ocean sanctions

The presidential office said Tuesday that the South Korean government has activated bilateral trade communication channels with China to minimize the fallout from Beijing’s sanctions on five U.S.-based subsidiaries of Hanwha Ocean. “The government...

South Korean Startup’s AI Windshield Enhances Safety and Surveillance

In the rapidly evolving world of automotive technology, a South Korean startup named Vueroid is pushing boundaries by integrating artificial intelligence directly into vehicle windshields, promising to enhance safety and surveillance in ways that...

South Korea says it flagged Hyundai US investment plan concerns

By Hyunjoo Jin SEOUL (Reuters) -South Korea's industry minister said on Monday that the government had expressed concerns over Hyundai announcing multi-billion dollar U.S. investment plans at the same time as Seoul was involved in delicate trade...

Binance Poised for South Korea Reentry as Oversight Softens

TL;DR Binance could regain full access to South Korean traders by late 2025 after the Financial Intelligence Unit resumes reviewing its controlling stake in Gopax. The US $4.3 billion settlement with American regulators has eased compliance...

South Korea Promises It Will Rekindle U.S. Shipbuilding. That’s Still Far Off.

At the Philadelphia shipyard in August, executives from its Korean parent company stood with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung for a ceremony announcing $5 billion in investments and orders for 12 new ships. Lee promised to help build a skilled...

South Korea, U.S. remain locked in discussions to establish bilateral FX swap line

Koo Yun-cheol, Deputy Prime Minister of South Korea, said at a parliamentary session on Monday that South Korea and the U.S. government are engaging in discussions on various ways to establish a bilateral foreign exchange swap line. The setup is...

China sanctions 5 US subsidiaries of South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean

Beijing (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Beijing imposed sanctions on 5 U.S. subsidiaries of South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean on Tuesday, accusing them of backing a US government probe into the shipping industry, amid ongoing trade tensions...

Binance's acquisition of GOPAX returns to South Korea’s FIU agenda

The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) in South Korea has resumed reviewing GOPAX’s executive change report nearly two and a half years after Binance acquired a 67% stake in the firm. Local financial authorities have been cautious in accepting the...

Solar, wind and electrification the ‘main tools’ to improve EU energy security – Ember

“Imported fossil fuels are no basis for a secure and affordable energy system—something Europe has learned the hard way,” said Dr Chris Rosslowe, Ember senior energy analyst and the lead author of today’s report. “Homegrown energy sources, such as...

Chaebol Versus Capitol: Shaking Down Seoul for Dollars

Washington wants Seoul to write a big check in exchange for lower tariffs. After not getting its way, the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested hundreds of Korean workers at Hyundai-LG’s Georgia battery site—a...

Mearsheimer’s ‘optimism’ and South Korea’s dilemma

The World Knowledge Forum was held on October 10, 2025, in Seoul. One of the headline speakers on the panel “The Future of the Global Geoeconomic Order” was political scientist John Mearsheimer, known worldwide as a leading realist thinker. His...

South Korea to boost air defence with Bombardier Global 6500

South Korea has engaged L3Harris Technologies for the provision of four Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft in a move to enhance its air defence capabilities. These aircraft, featuring ELTA Systems’ EL/W-2085 dual-band conformal radar, will bolster...

South Koreans aged 70 and above outnumber those in their 20s for first time

South Korea’s rapidly ageing population has reached a new milestone, with people aged 70 and above outnumbering those in their 20s for the first time on record. According to the Ministry of Data and Statistics, the number of those aged 70 and over...

Melbourne City vs Buriram United Prediction and Betting Tips | October 20th 2025

Melbourne City will host Buriram United at the Melbourne Rectangular Stadium on Monday in the third round of their 2025-26 AFC Champions League Elite campaign. The home side are the reigning Australia A-League champions but have endured a poor...

Airbus to Launch R&D Center in Korea Encompassing Aviation, Aerospace, Defense Industries

Airbus, Europe’s largest aircraft manufacturer, is pushing to establish a research and development (R&D) center in Korea to enhance technological capabilities across the aviation, aerospace, and defense industries. The company plans to create a...

China sanctions 5 US units of South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean over probe by Washington (Business)

China’s Commerce Ministry said Tuesday it was banning dealings by Chinese companies with five subsidiaries of South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean in the latest swipe by Beijing at U.S. President Donald Trump's effort to rebuild the industry in...

LG Electronics India’s stellar 50% premium listing: $13 billion giant more valuable than South Korean parent! Top 5 takeaways

LG IPO performance stands as the most impressive among Indian offerings exceeding one billion dollars since 2021. (AI image) LG Electronics India on Tuesday had a stellar listing on the stock exchanges NSE and BSE, debuting at a whopping premium...

India initiates probe into rising imports of non-phthalate plasticizers from South Korea

New Delhi, Oct 14 (PTI) India has initiated a probe to ascertain if a significant spurt in imports of a chemical, used in the plastic industry, from South Korea is impacting the domestic producers. A complaint regarding this has been filed under...

Binance Edges Closer to South Korea Return as FIU Resumes GOPAX Review

Binance çould return to South Korea. | Credit: CCN. Key Takeaways Binance could re-enter South Korea as the FIU resumes its review of the stalled GOPAX acquisition. The 2023 deal had been frozen due to Binance’s U.S. legal battles, now largely...