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Sat, September 23, 2023 | 18:54

PM to meet with Xi on sidelines of Asian Games in Hangzhou

PM to meet with Xi on sidelines of Asian Games in Hangzhou

Prime Minister Han Duck-soo will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the opening ceremony of the Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, later this week, an official said Friday.

2023-09-22 09:32

Korea counting on medals from modern pentathlon, taekwondo, swimming on Day 1

Yoon says spread of disinformation could threaten liberal democracy

Yoon says spread of disinformation could threaten liberal democracy

President Yoon Suk Yeol called Thursday for establishing a universal digital order, saying the spread of disinformation through malicious misuse of digital technologies could threaten liberal democracy and jeopardize the future.

2023-09-22 08:17

Saudi Arabia celebrates 93rd National Day

Saudi Arabia celebrates 93rd National Day

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is set to celebrate its 93rd National Day, Saturday, to commemorate the historic proclamation made by King Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman Al Saud in 1932, when he named the country the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Kim Hyun-bin | 2023-09-22 00:00

S. Korea, Finland ink agreement on trade, investment promotion

S. Korea, Finland ink agreement on trade, investment promotion

South Korea and Finland clinched a trade promotion agreement Thursday in an effort to strengthen bilateral ties in supply chains, digital economy, and a wide range of economic and industry fields, Seoul's industry ministry said.

2023-09-21 21:08

Supporters of opposition leader attempt to enter National Assembly in protest of passage of arrest motion

Supporters of opposition leader attempt to enter National Assembly in protest of passage of arrest motion

Supporters of opposition leader Lee Jae-myung attempted to break into the National Assembly complex in western Seoul on Thursday following the passage of an arrest motion against him.

2023-09-21 20:14

National Assembly passes motion to arrest DPK chief

National Assembly passes motion to arrest DPK chief

National Assembly passes motion to arrest DPK chief

The National Assembly approved, Thursday, a motion to arrest main opposition Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) Chairman Rep. Lee Jae-myung, as a larger-than-expected number of lawmakers of the majority-holding party voted for the arrest of their own chief.

2023-09-21 19:18

Arrest warrant hearing for DPK leader Lee to be held Tuesday

Supporters of opposition leader attempt to enter National Assembly in protest of passage of arrest motion

Police to ban assemblies, demonstrations from midnight to 6 a.m.

Police to ban assemblies, demonstrations from midnight to 6 a.m.

Police will push for a blanket ban on assemblies and demonstrations from midnight to 6 a.m. to minimize public inconvenience from large-scale illegal gatherings, the Korean National Police Agency (KNPA) said Thursday.

2023-09-21 18:01

[INTERVIEW] Germany, Korea forge strong bonds for future cooperation: ADeKo chairman

INTERVIEWGermany, Korea forge strong bonds for future cooperation: ADeKo chairman

Korea and Germany have seen significant growth in recent years backed by mutual trust and opportunities that have defined the relationship for 140 years, according to ADeKo Chairman Kim Hyo-joon.

2023-09-21 16:59

Gender equality minister nominee in hot seat over remarks on abortion

Gender equality minister nominee in hot seat over remarks on abortion

Kim Haeng, a nominee for the gender equality and family minister, faces mounting criticism for her remarks that could be construed as denying women’s freedom to terminate pregnancy.

2023-09-21 16:54

Seoul invites ambassadors to introduce new halal foods in Korea

Seoul invites ambassadors to introduce new halal foods in Korea

The Seoul Metropolitan Government hosted an event with ambassadors from Asian and Middle Eastern countries to showcase halal foods reinterpreted by a Korean chef, Tuesday.

2023-09-21 16:54

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