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Veteran politicians lead all four major parties

As largely expected, the third-largest Bareunmirae Party with 30 of 297 National Assembly seats elected 71-year-old veteran politician Sohn Hak-kyu as its leader at a national convention, Sunday.

Politics | 2018-09-03 17:00

All eyes are on what North Korea can offer

Attention is focused on North Korea's next possible offer in the denuclearization process, with President Moon Jae-in's envoys set to visit Pyongyang on Wednesday. Cheong Wa Dae said denuclearization is on the agenda, along with discussions about the summit between Moon and ...

Politics | 2018-09-03 16:37

Anti-corruption agency to communicate with firms

The Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission (ACRC) plans to begin a tour of eight cities, starting with Ulsan on Sept. 4, as part of its efforts to address the difficulties small firms face.

Politics | 2018-09-03 16:25

'No signs of ICBM launches ahead of NK founding day'

While North Korea appears to be continuing its production of intercontinental-range ballistic missiles (ICBMs) at some manufacturing sites, there is no sign ICBMs capable of targeting the United States will be deployed during a parade for the North's founding day.

Politics | 2018-09-03 16:25

All eyes are on what North Korea can offer

Defense ministry launches committee on sex crimes

The defense ministry has launched a military-civilian gender equality committee to alleviate sexual discrimination and prevent sex crimes within the armed forces. The 15-member committee will have a consulting role to raise awareness of gender equality in the military, and come up with policies to prevent any possible sexual harassment in the military, the Ministry of Nationa...

Politics | 2018-09-03 16:11

Moon's approval rating down to new low of 55.2%

President Moon Jae-in's approval rating continued to drop last week amid worsening economic conditions, a poll showed Monday. Moon's approval rating came to 55.2 percent in a survey conducted by Realmeter, down 0.8 percentage point from the week before.

Politics | 2018-09-03 10:11

Peace at critical stage: Moon

N. Korea to organize series of international events

North Korea plans to hold a variety of international events in Pyongyang this month to extend its festive mood for the 70th anniversary of the regime's founding which falls Sept. 9. According to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea Tour, Sunday, the country plans to hold a four-day-long international exhibition beginning Sept. 17. The event is aimed at promoting the regi...

Politics | 2018-09-02 17:41

Moon picks chief security adviser, top spy as special envoys to North Korea

South Korean President Moon Jae-in on Sunday named his top security adviser as a special envoy to North Korea. Chung Eui-yong, head of the presidential National Security Office, will head a five-member delegation to the communist state that is set to leave for Pyongyang on Wednesday.

Politics | 2018-09-02 15:06

With gold, Son Heung-min on course for bright future

Mission accomplished. Tottenham Hotspur forward Son Heung-min has secured himself a bright future following South Korea's gold medal victory at the 18th Asian Games on Saturday. South Korea beat Japan 2-1 in extra time at Pakansari Stadium in Cibinong, south of Jakarta, and defended their Asiad title. This means Son has cleared what could be the biggest obstacle in his career...

Politics | 2018-09-02 10:11

South Korean wins gold medal in soccer, players earn military exemption

Cryptocurrency: A new revenue source for North Korea?

North Korea isn't a stranger in the world of cryptocurrencies

Politics | 2018-08-31 20:35

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