Jung Min-ho has worked as a staff writer at The Korea Times since 2012, mostly covering social and political issues. He currently belongs to the Politics & City Desk where he covers topics such as health, labor and human rights. Prior to joining the team, he was responsible for covering North Korea and sports. His article about a biosecurity breach of Middle East respiratory syndrome won him an award from the Korea Science Journalists Association in 2016. He is also the co-author of the book, "Medical Pioneers of Korea" (2019). He served as the head of the international relations committee at the Journalists Association of Korea from 2021 to 2023.
PHOTOS Typhoon Bavi is coming
Big waves hit rocks in southwestern Jeju, Tuesday, as Typhoon Bavi approaches the island. The Korea Meteorological Administration says the typhoon, packing powerful winds and heavy rain, will hit Jeju Tuesday night before reaching the country's west coast. Yonhap
By Jung Min-ho
Ships docked at Hanlim Port in northwestern Jeju, Tuesday. Yonhap
Ships shelter at Busan Port, Tuesday. Yonhap
A meteorologist checks the typhoon's projected path at the state-run weather agency's office in Suwon, Tuesday. Yonhap
Maritime police officers check typhoon preparedness at Gunsan Port in North Jeolla Province, Tuesday. Yonhap