KOSPI 200 Sees Gains in Key Stocks
October 19, 2026
Seoul:The KOSPI 200 index experienced a rise as several major stocks closed with gains. Hyundai Engineering and Construction saw an increase, closing at 94,900, up
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Lee Jae Myung Advocates for Early Transfer of Wartime Control
October 19, 2026
Seoul:President Lee Jae Myung has emphasized the need for South Korea to regain wartime operational control (OPCON) of its troops from the United States at
U.S. Acknowledges South Korea’s Concerns Over USFK Commander’s Remarks
October 19, 2026
Seoul:The United States has expressed understanding of South Korea’s objections to recent comments made by the U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) Commander, Gen. Xavier Brunson, regarding
Current Stability Observed in Korea Interbank Offered Rates
October 19, 2026
Seoul:The Korea Interbank Offered Rates (KORIBOR) remained stable across all terms as of 1100 a.m. today.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the rates for the
Hyundai Rotem to Acquire Hyundai Wia’s Defense Unit for Enhanced Weapons Production
October 19, 2026
Seoul:Hyundai Rotem Co., a defense affiliate of Hyundai Motor Group, announced plans to acquire the defense business of Hyundai Wia Co. for 358.4 billion won
First Lady Kim Encourages Korean Adoptees to Connect with Their Heritage
October 19, 2026
Seoul:First lady Kim Hea Kyung expressed her hopes on Monday that Koreans adopted overseas will develop a closer connection with their homeland and cherish positive