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Private Language Schools Hail New English Education Scheme

Private Language Schools Hail New English Education Scheme

The new government's plan to strengthen English education at public schools and decrease the dependence on private language schools has put public schools in a fix, however, it seems to be benefiting private sectors.

2008-02-24 19:28

[Tourism] Will Korea Become Top 10 Tourist Destination?

TourismWill Korea Become Top 10 Tourist Destination?

The Korean economy is the world's 13th largest, however, when it comes to tourism, the country lags far behind in the rankings.

2008-02-24 19:24

CeremonyGovernment’s Market-Oriented Approach on Culture May Backfire

The government of President Lee Myung-bak is expected to put more emphasis on boosting the culture industry as part of efforts to help the nation join the world's top five cultural industrial powers, one of Lee's presidential election pledges.

Kwon Mee-yoo2008-02-24 19:18

[Education] Haste Could Derail Program to Reform English Education

EducationHaste Could Derail Program to Reform English Education

English education has long been regarded as a double-edged sword in Korea.

Jong-eun2008-02-24 19:09

[Ceremony] Inaugural Ceremony Offers Traditional, Modern Festivities

CeremonyInaugural Ceremony Offers Traditional, Modern Festivities

The 17th presidential inauguration ceremony for President Lee Myung-bak takes place in front of the National Assembly in Yeouido, from 10 a.m., today.

Kwon Mee-yoo2008-02-24 19:04

[Incheon FEZ] Incheon FEZ Wants More Help From New Gov’t

Incheon FEZIncheon FEZ Wants More Help From New Gov’t

The Incheon Free Economic Zone (IFEZ), the first of its kind in South Korea, is seeking more help from the incoming administration for its efforts to emerge as a leading business, financial and logistics center for Northeast Asia.

Lee Hyo-sik2008-02-24 18:46

[Economic Policy] Lee’s Economic Team Faces Daunting Tasks

Economic PolicyLee’s Economic Team Faces Daunting Tasks

President Lee Myung-bak takes the rudder of the Republic of Korea as its new captain today for an ``economic renaissance'' through alleviation of regulations and liberalization of the market.

Jong-eun2008-02-24 18:36

[Foreign Policy] Seoul Charts New Ties With Four Powers

Foreign PolicySeoul Charts New Ties With Four Powers

President Lee Myung-bak will base his foreign policy on improved relations with the four neighboring powers of the United States, China, Japan and Russia, while pursuing pragmatic diplomacy with others ― particularly for energy resources.

Yoon Won-sup2008-02-24 17:38

Foreign DelegatesFukuda Invites Seoul to G-8

Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda said he will invite President Lee Myung-bak to the G-8 Summit to be held in Hokkaido, Japan in July.

Yoon Won-sup2008-02-24 17:34

Foreign DelegatesDiversity Causes Korea to Face New Challenges

Two out of 100 people living in Korea are foreign residents. According to the Ministry of Justice, the proportion of foreign nationals is projected to be as large as 5 percent of the total population by 2020.

Kang Hyun-kyung2008-02-24 15:57

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