Korea Daily News (December 2, 2024)
Politics Budget Deadlock: Rival parties failed to reach an agreement on next year’s budget by the legal deadline, leaving it unaddressed in the plenary session. Speaker’s Urgent Briefing: National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-shik urged the budget to be passed by December 10, emphasizing bipartisan cooperation. Audit Office Criticism Rejected: Secretary-General Choi Dal-young dismissed allegations of […]
Korea Daily News (November 29, 2024)
Politics Haerum Industrial Belt Special Act: The Haerum Alliance Promotion Committee is set to launch in January next year, attracting attention as a solution to regional extinction. Impeachment of Auditor General Choi Jae-hae: The Democratic Party is pursuing impeachment, citing violations of constitutional order. Yoon-Riga Normal Summit: Strengthening cooperation in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals while condemning […]
[Korea Visa #6] A New Path for Global Entrepreneurs, D-8-4S Visa
“D-8-4S Visa: Korea’s Invitation for Innovative Entrepreneurs!” On November 6, the Ministry of Justice announced the Startup Korea Special Visa (D-8-4S), opening a pathway for global entrepreneurs to pursue their dreams more easily in Korea. This visa is a follow-up measure to the establishment of the Global Startup Center in July and offers various benefits […]
Korea Daily News (November 28, 2024)
Politics Trump Assigns Mission to End Russia-Ukraine War: Former President Donald Trump appoints an 80-year-old military general to handle the war resolution. South Korea Faces Challenges Restoring Russia Ties: Trump’s election complicates South Korea’s diplomatic approach due to defense system requests. Grain Law Amendment Controversy: Opposition party pushes back against reducing rice cultivation and structural […]
Korea Daily News (November 27, 2024)
Politics Push for Free High School Education: The Democratic Party is moving to pass a bill for free high school education, addressing Korea’s unique situation as the only OECD country where families bear the cost of high school education. Discussion on Extending Retirement Age: Han Dong-hoon of the People’s Power Party proposed a reform to […]
DIOKOS, the Operator of KoreaAgain, Signs Strategic Partnership with KONA I to Enhance Convenience for Foreign Residents
Sangjoong Kim, Head of the Payment Platform Business Division at KONA I (left), and Danny Han, CEO of DIOKOS (right) DIOKOS Inc. (hereafter “DIOKOS”), the operator of KoreaAgain, has signed a strategic partnership (MOU) with KONA I Co., Ltd. (hereafter “KONA I”), a leading fintech company specializing in contactless solutions. The partnership aims to expand […]
Korea Daily News (November 26, 2024)
Politics Legislation to Protect Vulnerable Workers: The People Power Party and the government have proposed the “Support Act for Vulnerable Workers,” aimed at freelancers and underprivileged labor groups. Lee Jae-myung’s Expected Guilty Verdict: The Democratic Party leader faces potential conviction for perjury, causing internal turmoil within the opposition. Gyeonggi Province Cooperation Secretary Controversy: Gyeonggi Provincial […]
How to leave organizations, how to conduct EXIT interviews?
Let them go like ‘Hiddink’, leave them like ‘Ji Sung Park’. A World Where Resignation Is No Longer Unfamiliar, But a new Daily Normal On my last day at my first workplace, Hyundai Group, I sent a heartfelt farewell email to about 200 colleagues with whom I’d developed a connection. I reflected on my time […]
Korea Daily News (November 25, 2024)
Politics Yoon Suk-yeol’s Approval Rating Rises: President Yoon’s approval rating increased for the second consecutive week, reaching the mid-20% range. Both ruling and opposition parties saw a decline in support. Clash Between Kim Min-jeon and Party Leader Han: Rising tension within the ruling party as pro-Yoon faction increases pressure, leading to a heated exchange during […]
Korea Daily News (November 22, 2024)
Politics Lee Jae-myung Proposes Public Debate on Commercial Act Amendment: Democratic Party leader Lee Jae-myung proposed a public debate to resolve conflicts between businesses and investors regarding amendments to the Commercial Act. Internal Conflict Among Pro-Lee Jae-myung Faction: Diverse opinions have emerged within the Democratic Party amid Lee Jae-myung’s potential disqualification from candidacy. Strengthening Small […]