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North Korea announced on February 8 that it will hold the 9th Congress of the Workers' Party, its highest decision-making body, in late February. As the direction of national governance for the next five years is set to be unveiled at this congress,

As the United States and China intensify their use of economic pressure as a strategic weapon in diplomacy and economic policy, experts argue that South Korea must respond by strengthening its security and economic alliances with partners such as the

Novo Nordisk's oral Wegovy has made a remarkable debut in the U.S. market, surpassing 50,000 weekly prescriptions just three weeks after its launch. This surge suggests a robust market driven by consumer demand, as most prescriptions are paid out of

On Sunday, the People Power Party criticized the inclusion of President Lee Jae Myung's name in a subpoena issued to Harold Rogers, Coupang's interim representative in South Korea, calling it a national embarrassment and asking where else such a disg

Coupang Subpoena Names South Korea's President: Why a 34 Million-Record Data Leak Just Landed on Capitol Hill

In the wake of last month's South Korea-China summit, analysts are noting a warming trend in bilateral relations. Meanwhile, as the U.S. pushes to establish a trade bloc to restructure critical mineral supply chains, experts argue that South Korea's

Lee Jae Yong, chairman of Samsung Electronics, has stepped into the role of a sports diplomat. During the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, he met with world leaders, including Italian President Sergio Mattarella and U.S. Vice President JD Vance. Lee al

North Korea has unveiled a new domestically produced rum, signaling a diversification of its liquor industry. This marks the first confirmed production of sugarcane-based spirits in the country, which has traditionally focused on grain-based soju, tr

On Thursday, Russia and Ukraine agreed to exchange a total of 314 war prisoners. However, two North Korean soldiers who had expressed their intention to defect to South Korea were confirmed to be excluded from the exchange.Jang Se Yul, the representa

Two Captured North Korea Troops Seek South Korea Asylum: The POW Exchange That Didn't Include Them

Elizabeth Salmon, the UN Special Rapporteur on North Korean Human Rights, declared on Friday that Ukraine has a legal obligation not to repatriate the two North Korean soldiers currently in its custody.During a press conference in Seoul, Salmon said

UN Rights Expert Says Ukraine Can't Send Back Two North Korea POWs: What International Law Requires

The Donald Trump administration confirmed on February 6 that it has approved sanctions exemptions for 17 humanitarian aid projects to North Korea that had been pending at the United Nations (UN) Security Council's North Korea Sanctions Committee (171

Sanctions Waivers Approved for North Korea Aid as Trump Administration Opens Door to 17 Projects

The Trump administration confirmed on Friday that it has approved sanctions exemptions for humanitarian aid projects to North Korea, which had previously been on hold by the UN Security Council's North Korea Sanctions Committee (1718 Committee).Multi

Trump Approves UN 1718 Humanitarian Exemptions for North Korea: A Quiet Signal Ahead of April China Trip

As the Donald Trump administration moves to approve sanctions exemptions for humanitarian aid to North Korea, there's growing interest in whether this will shift the stalled U.S.-North Korea relations. While the measures are limited, if North Korea i

Will U.S. Humanitarian Aid Sanctions Change North Korea Relations? Key Insights for 2026

A joint military-police investigation team has uncovered evidence that a key suspect in the North Korean drone incursion case engaged in financial transactions with an employee of the National Intelligence Service (NIS).Sources from law enforcement a

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North Korea may acquire the intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) Hwasong-21 by the mid-2030s, according to recent intelligence assessments. The Hwasong-21 is projected to be an enhanced version of the Hwasong-20, a medium-range ICBM first reveal

North Korea's ICBM Development: Will the Upgraded Hwasong-21 Be Ready by 2030?

Reports on February 7 confirmed that Kim Jong Un, the General Secretary of North Korea's Workers' Party, significantly increased his public activities in the foreign sector in 2025, more than doubling compared to the previous year. Analysts suggest K

Kim Jong Un's Foreign Engagements: What This Means for North Korea's Global Strategy

North Korea announced a groundbreaking ceremony for a construction project aimed at promoting local development in the Panmun district of Kaesong, near the Demilitarized Zone.On February 7, the Workers' Party's official newspaper, Rodong Sinmun, repo

North Korea Launches Local Development 20X10 Initiative: What to Expect in 2026?

The Blue House expressed support for the Donald Trump administration's decision to exempt humanitarian aid projects for North Korea from sanctions on February 7. Given North Korea's rejection of all direct and indirect dialogue with the South Korean

North Korea Sanctions Lifted: What This Means for Humanitarian Aid in 2026

North Korea plans to convene the 9th Congress of the Workers' Party, which will set the direction for state governance over the next five years, as early as February 20. All eyes are on whether Kim Jong Un's daughter, Ju Ae, will make an appearance a

North Korea's 9th Party Congress: Will Kim Jong Un's Daughter Ju-ae Be Announced as Successor?

On February 7, the Democratic Party of Korea welcomed the Donald Trump administration's approval of sanctions exemptions for humanitarian aid projects to North Korea. The party expressed hope that this decision would lead to a virtuous cycle of dialo

TRUMP’S TOTAL SURRENDER? Secret Deal To Flood North Korea With Aid Exposed

North Korea recently unveiled a new cruise ship named Wawubong on the Taedong River, capable of accommodating over 100 passengers and hosting onboard weddings.The Workers' Party's official newspaper, Rodong Sinmun, reported this news on page 6 of its

Exploring North Korea's Unique Wawubong Cruise Ship: A Floating Wedding Venue for Over 100 Guests

On February 4, 2026, South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun attended the first ministerial meeting on critical minerals in Washington, D.C., where countries discussed strengthening international cooperation to stabilize and diversify global critical

Unlocking the Future: How the 'FORGE' Initiative is Transforming Global Critical Mineral Supply Chains

Speculation emerged on Wednesday that North Korea might bestow the title of Chairman upon Kim Jong Un, the General Secretary of the Workers' Party, during its upcoming 9th Party Congress.38 North, a North Korea-focused outlet operated by the U.S. thi

Is Kim Jong Un Set to Become North Korea's Leader Again? Insights on the Potential Revival of the Chairmanship

Samsung Biologics announced on Wednesday that it had signed a partnership agreement with the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) for the Vaccine Manufacturing Facility Network (VMFN) the previous day.The signing ceremony, held at t

Samsung Biologics Partners with CEPI: A Game-Changer for Global Vaccine Production

North Korea is expected to convene its 9th Workers' Party Congress before the Lunar New Year. As large decorations appear in Pyongyang where the congress is likely to be held, and preparations for a mass rally and military parade at Kim Il Sung Squar

Workers' Party of Korea 9th Congress Watch: Satellite Images Show a 164-Foot Banner and 12,000 Troops Rehearsing — What's Pyongyang Signaling

South Korean food brands are rapidly expanding their global presence, strengthening the status of K food through both scale and quality, with a notable shift in core overseas markets as China’s dominance wanes and the United States emerges as the pri

K-Food Expansion: How Korean Restaurants Are Conquering the U.S. Market

Hyundai Motor Company and Kia set new January sales records in the U.S. market last month. Hybrid models drove this performance, with sales surging more than 60% year over year. However, electric vehicle sales declined by more than 30%, primarily due

Hyundai Motor Group Hits Record U.S. January Sales: 125,296 Units — Hybrids Surge 65.7% as EVs Drop 33.7%

Taemin, SHINee member and solo powerhouse, continues to make waves on the global stage.The K-pop star graced the airwaves of 102.7 KIIS FM, one of America's premier radio stations, on Monday. Taemin's appearance on the hit show iHeart KPOP with JoJo

Taemin's Global Ambitions: What to Expect from His Coachella 2026 Performance

As President Donald Trump threatens to raise tariffs on South Korea to 25%, South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun is set to meet with U.S. Secretary of State and National Security Advisor Marco Rubio for formal diplomatic talks in Washington, D.C. o

Trump's 25% Tariff Threat on South Korea: Cho Hyun Meets Marco Rubio in Washington to Test a Deal Path

The U.S. and South Korea have agreed to hold an urgent meeting between their foreign ministers to address the mounting pressure from the U.S. to increase mutual tariffs. This development comes approximately a week after President Donald Trump's unexp

U.S.-South Korea Diplomatic Talks: Can They Resolve Tariff Tensions?

3Billion, an artificial intelligence (AI) powered rare genetic disorder diagnostics company, announced on Monday that their collaborative study with Seoul National University Hospital's Rare Disease Center has been published in npj Genomic Medicine.

Unlocking Rare Diseases: How AI and Whole Genome Sequencing Achieved 46.2% Diagnostic Success in Korea

North Korea has established a large-scale greenhouse agricultural complex in the Hwiwado district of Sinuiju, North Pyongan Province, an area that had previously suffered significant flood damage. This development comes just one year after constructi

North Korea Unveils Largest Greenhouse Farm: A 2026 Agricultural Revolution

Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, South Korea's semiconductor powerhouses, both achieved record-breaking performances last year, demonstrating the resilience of the Korean chip industry. With the AI boom in full swing, analysts unanimously predict th

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