Articles tagged with "South Korea"
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South Korea president says regrets 'reckless' drones sent to North
Seoul initially denied any official role in the January drone incursion — with authorities suggesting it was the work of civilians — but Lee says a probe had revealed government officials had been involved.
April 6, 2026
US to shift missile defense system from South Korea to Middle East
The United States is relocating parts of its THAAD missile defense system from South Korea to the Middle East amid the ongoing Iran war, prompting concern in Seoul over regional security and defense preparedness.
March 13, 2026
Samsung plans $310B investment to power AI expansion
Samsung announced a $310 billion five-year investment focused on AI technologies, including a new chip plant and AI data centers. The plan strengthens South Korea’s semiconductor ecosystem amid booming global AI demand and government efforts to expand AI leadership.
November 16, 2025
10 South Koreans arrested, two rescued in Cambodia scam crackdown
Cambodia has cracked down on a major scam ring, arresting 10 South Koreans and rescuing two. Dozens were recently repatriated amid growing concerns over forced involvement and missing nationals linked to fraud operations.
October 20, 2025
South Korea's president apologizes over poorly managed foreign adoption programs
South Korea’s president apologized Thursday for poorly managed foreign adoption programs that were rife with abuses and fraud, months after the country’s truth commission acknowledged state responsibility for such practices for the first time.
October 2, 2025
Japan and South Korea leaders commit to closer ties in their final summit
Japan’s outgoing prime minister and his South Korean counterpart underscored the need to strengthen cooperation between their nations, as US President Donald Trump’s transactional approach to allies and trade wars are bringing the often-feuding Asian neighbors closer.
September 30, 2025