DAEGU, South Korea stands as an outstanding force in the global chipmaking arena, led by industry giants like Samsung Electronics Co. and SK hynix Inc., leaders in memory chip manufacturing.

South Korea’s semiconductor exports amounted to US$99.7 bi…

SEOUL, The state audit agency said Tuesday that it will conduct an inspection into public officials to ensure they maintain political neutrality before and after the April 10 parliamentary elections.

A total of 32 officials from the Board of Audit a…

SEOUL, The Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs said Tuesday it will enhance medical services for veterans and expand support for family members of soldiers and public workers who have died in service.

The ministry outlined its major policy ini…

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WASHINGTON, March 18 (Yonhap) — South Korea’s top envoy at the U.N. upbraided North Korea for doubling down on its nuclear and missile programs on Monday, portraying the recalcitrant regime as the “world’s preeminent proliferator.”

Ambassador Hwang…

SEOUL, Both the economically active population and the number of employees in South Korea are forecast to take a downward turn in 2028 amid the country’s low birth rate and aging population, a government agency said Tuesday.

The Korea Employment Inf…

WASHINGTON, March 18 (Yonhap) — The United States remains “always watchful” for the possibility of North Korea conducting “gray zone” activities short of a major attack, a U.S. diplomat said Monday, restating Washington sees no signs of the recalcit…

SEOUL, A young North Korean defector called Tuesday for more global attention on the North’s human rights situation during the third Summit of Democracy hosted by South Korea this week.

Kim Il-hyeok made the plea during the opening ceremony on the s…