The Latest Breaking News from South Korea

North Korea fires ballistic missiles after calling US-South Korea-Japan military drills ‘provocative’

South Korean military detects several missile launches from eastern Wonsan area

The Independent UK · Sep 12

South Korea Will Invest $100 Billion in U.S. Nuclear Sector To Boost AI and Appease Trump

Facing a 25 percent tariff threat, Seoul agreed to bankroll nuclear reactors and a Texas gas plant. The cost is already climbing past budget.

Reason · Sep 11

India beat Malaysia as Anmol leads defending champions to Junior men's Asia Cup final

Defending champions India secured a 3-1 victory over Malaysia to reach the final. Captain Anmol Ekka scored two crucial goals from penalty corners for the Indian team. Goalkeeper Vivek Lakra made several vital saves, including stopping a penalty stroke. India will now face the winner of the Pakistan and South…

The Economic Times · Sep 11

Seoul spy agency unveils potential new heir to North Korea’s Kim Jong-un

A South Korean spy agency on Thursday revealed that North Korean leader Kim Jong-un could have a child born before his chosen successor, daughter Kim Ju Ae, which raises questions about succession. Information about the Kim dynasty is scarce and often difficult to verify.

France 24 · Sep 10

Women's Junior Asia Cup: India storms into semis with 19-0 win over Pakistan

India's junior women's hockey team secured a semi-final spot with a dominant 19-0 win. They overwhelmed Pakistan in their quarter-final match with relentless attacking play. India scored multiple goals across all four quarters to ensure their comprehensive victory. This emphatic performance showcased their strong offensive capabilities throughout the contest. The…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

Global Market: Blackstone acquires majority stake in South Korea logistics park

Blackstone has secured a dominant share in Sanha Logistics Park II, located in South Korea. This strategic acquisition reinforces Blackstone's foothold in the East Asian market, with the logistics park slated for completion by 2028. Management of the development and assets will remain under ESR. This initiative enhances Blackstone's logistics…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

Global Market: Samsung, SK Hynix payouts put South Korea’s corporate reform to the test

Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix’s massive shareholder-return plans are putting South Korea’s efforts to narrow the “Korea discount” While investors welcome payouts worth over 130 trillion won, concerns remain over corporate governance, capital allocation and minority shareholder rights, with the KOSPI still trading at a steep valuation discount to regional…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

Global Market: South Korean stocks fall over 1% as Middle East tensions weigh on risk sentiment

South Korean shares fell over 1% on Thursday as escalating Middle East tensions and attacks near the Strait of Hormuz weighed on investor sentiment. The KOSPI declined 1.37%, with major technology and heavyweight stocks including Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix and Samsung BioLogics falling, while foreign investors remained net sellers.

The Economic Times · Sep 10

Best Korean Dermatology Clinic: Why Singaporeans Choose Vands Clinic in Seoul

Singaporeans increasingly choose VandS Clinic Seoul, rated among the best Korean dermatology clinics for English support and fair pricing

inkl · Sep 10

Global Market Today: Asian stocks to fall as oil stokes inflation fears

Equity-index futures for Japan, South Korea and Australia pointed lower after the S&P 500 Index fell 0.5%, led by industrial and consumer-discretionary shares. The Nasdaq 100 Index dropped 0.3% as Nvidia Corp., Amazon.com Inc. and Alphabet Inc. declined. Contracts for US stocks were little changed in early Asian trading.

The Economic Times · Sep 10