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Sun, September 24, 2017 | 03:29

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Foreign startups in Korea send mixed signals

Is Seoul a good place for foreigners to set up a startup business? Foreigners who attended the “International Start-ups Business Fair” in Sangam-dong, western Seoul, had a mixed reaction to that question. The Seoul Metropolitan Government held the fair on Thursday for startups established or run by foreigners here to promote a startup-friendly business environment. It was als...

Foreign Communities | 2017-09-22 17:29

(1678) It's my treat

Foreign Communities | 2017-09-21 15:08

Korean speaking contest to be held

Education institution 247MyTutor is now accepting applications for its Korean speaking contest slated for Oct. 14. The institution provides language exchange and tutoring services in five languages. It will host its first Korean speaking contest in collaboration with the Korean Language Society, Kwangwoon University, and EBY Talking Club. The event will take place at the Gang...

Foreign Communities | 2017-09-20 18:42

(1677) Starting is the hardest part

Foreign Communities | 2017-09-20 11:49

(1676) Mom and pop shop

Foreign Communities | 2017-09-19 21:47

AMCHAM explores energy opportunities for Korea

The American Chamber of Commerce in Korea (AMCHAM), in partnership with U.S. LNG portfolio company NextDecade Corporation, will hold the first U.S.-Korea Energy Cooperation Seminar at Lotte Hotel Seoul, Sept. 25. Government and industry representatives from the U.S. and Korea will gather to discuss the landscape of the Korean energy industry and explore potential areas of collaboration. This seminar is part of AMCHAM’s ongoing efforts to reduce the U.S. trade deficit with Korea.

Foreign Communities | 2017-09-19 21:16

Int'l marketplace offers tips for buying event tickets

StubHub, the world’s largest ticket marketplace, revealed its insider tips to finding tickets for sold-out gigs and sports matches in Korea. “Finding the perfect ticket at a suitable price isn’t always easy, but these tips are based on StubHub’s expert knowledge and will give the fans practical solutions so they don’t miss out,” the company said. The firm listed key rules ticket buyers should follow. One tip is that being first in line to buy a ticket can be a mistake.

Foreign Communities | 2017-09-19 21:14

Namyangju to present 'Slow Life' festival

The Namyangju Slow Life International Festival will promote healthy eating and an eco-friendly lifestyle during its five-day run starting Sept. 22. Under the theme “Food, City and Health,” the international festival will bring together participants from around 40 countries. It will take place at the Sports and Cultural Center in Namyangju, a city northeast of Seoul. “Slow life” aims to improve quality of life by adopting traditional methods of eating and living.

Foreign Communities | 2017-09-19 21:13

Scottish duo to play at Zandari Festa

The international music showcase Zandari Festa 2017 will take place at 10 selected venues around Hongik University in western Seoul, from Sept. 29 to Oct. 1.This year's event will see 140 acts from 25 countries performing to music lovers, journalists and global industry professionals.Each fall, Zandari Festa brings together musicians and industry delegates from around the wor...

Foreign Communities | 2017-09-19 21:06

Law revision to recognize foreigners' rights as spouses

Foreign spouses will now have their names properly recognized in the resident register, according to the Ministry of the Interior and Safety. This follows a legal revision proclaimed Tuesday mandating the name of a foreign spouse married to a Korean partner be included in the resident register in the same way a Korean spouse is included. A resident register is a government ce...

Foreign Communities | 2017-09-19 16:22

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