Constitutional Respect TF to Investigate All 49 Central Administrative Agencies... Personnel Measures by February Next Year

The government will launch a comprehensive investigation into acts of participation or cooperation in the insurrection by central administrative agencies in connection with last year's December 3 Martial Law Incident. After the investigation, the government plans to complete all related personnel actions, including disciplinary measures, by February next year. On November 11, the Office for Government Policy Coordination announced the plan to establish a "Constitutional Respect Government Innovation Task Force (TF)." Yoon Changryul, Head of the Office for Government Policy Coordination, will serve as the overall director of the Constitutional Respect TF, and each agency will establish its own investigation TF. The Prime Minister’s Office also plans to operate an anonymous tip-off center for insurrection-related activities. This investigation will target 49 central administrative agencies, excluding agencies directly under the President and independent agencies. In particular, the gover

Government

11.11 15:31

Prime Minister Kim: "Sincere Sympathy to Police Officers Dispatched to APEC Who Worked in Poor Conditions"

Prime Minister Kim Minseok stated on November 11, "I sincerely express my sympathy to the police officers who experienced discomfort due to working in poor conditions on site at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) event." According to the Office for Government Policy Coordination, Prime Minister Kim made these remarks after receiving a report about the poor treatment some field police officers faced while dispatched during the APEC summit. He also added, "I deeply appreciate the dedication of the field police officers who fulfilled their duties with a strong sense of mission despite the difficult circumstances." Prime Minister Kim further explained that, during the preparation process for events such as the APEC Public Security and Safety Ministers' Meeting held on October 15, he had pointed out the issue of the treatment of large numbers of dispatched police officers and received a report from the National Police Agency at the time stating that preparations were proceeding wi

Government

11.11 14:11

Prime Minister Kim: "After Kim Keonhee's Misconduct, Seoul Pushes High-Rise Development... Jongmyo Under Threat"

Prime Minister Kim Minseok on the 10th criticized, "Jongmyo is under threat," adding, "After the unimaginable misconduct of Kim Keonhee was revealed, now the Seoul Metropolitan Government is pushing for high-rise development right in front of Jongmyo." Through his Facebook account that morning, Prime Minister Kim stated, "The debate surrounding the development of the World Heritage Site, which is both a source of national pride and a symbol, and its surrounding area is not simply a confrontation between development and preservation," expressing his concerns. He emphasized, "Cultural heritage within the city center, especially UNESCO World Heritage Sites, requires 'cultural development' that seeks sustainable harmony between historical value and the need for development," and added, "Serious concerns have been raised that the Seoul Metropolitan Government's high-rise plan is so threatening that it could even result in Jongmyo losing its World Heritage designation." Prime Minister Kim wa

Government

11.10 09:23

Novelist Eun Heekyung Appointed Chairperson of Cultural and Arts Policy Advisory Committee Launching on the 10th

Eun Heekyung, the renowned author of novels such as "A Gift from a Bird" and "The Wife's Box," will serve as the chairperson of the Cultural and Arts Policy Advisory Committee, which officially launches on November 10.The Cultural and Arts Policy Advisory Committee is an organization under the direct supervision of the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism. It is composed of 90 members who possess deep understanding, insight, expertise, and experience in various cultural and artistic fields, including literature, theater and musicals, classical music, Korean traditional music and dance, fine arts, popular music, film and video, games, webtoons and animation, and publishing. The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism explained that while the Popular Culture Exchange Committee, which was launched on October 1, was formed around leading companies in the popular culture industry, the Cultural and Arts Policy Advisory Committee consists of experts from each sector that make up the cultur

Government

11.10 08:00

Minister Kim Young-hoon Apologizes for Failure to Rescue Additional Survivors at Ulsan Thermal Power Plant

Kim Young-hoon, Minister of Employment and Labor and co-head of the Central Accident Response Headquarters, stated on November 9, "Seventy-five hours have passed since the collapse at the Ulsan Thermal Power Plant, but we have not been able to rescue any additional survivors. As the person responsible for managing the aftermath, I feel deeply sorry to the families and the public." Speaking to reporters at the rear gate of the Ulsan Thermal Power Plant that day, Minister Kim explained, "There were multiple causes behind the accident, which has also made the rescue process very difficult. In particular, Units 4 and 6, located on either side of the collapsed Unit 5 boiler tower, are at risk of additional collapse, making it challenging to deploy large-scale equipment."He continued, "In order to ensure a safe and swift rescue, we have consulted with fire authorities and experts to find the most effective approach. Ultimately, we had no choice but to proceed with the rescue operation while

Government

11.09 18:15

Prime Minister Kim: "Greenhouse Gas Reduction Target Will Reflect Demands of Civil Society and Industry"

Prime Minister Kim Minseok stated that, in setting the '2035 National Greenhouse Gas Reduction Target' (2035 NDC), the government will do its utmost to reflect the demands of not only civil society but also the domestic industrial sector. At the 4th High-Level Party-Government Council held on the afternoon of the 9th, Prime Minister Kim said, "Based on a foundation that respects the intent of the Constitutional Court's decision, we will seek a wise approach that incorporates the demands of the international community, civil society, and the domestic industrial sector to the greatest extent possible." On November 6, the government presented two options as the final candidates for the 2035 NDC: a '50?60% reduction' or a '53?60% reduction' compared to 2018 levels. The industrial sector has expressed concerns that the targets are excessively high, while environmental groups and others are protesting that the targets are far too insufficient. On this day, through the party-government counci

Government

11.09 17:43

"No Treatment or Vaccine Available... Tick-Borne Infectious Diseases Reach Five-Year High"

The number of patients diagnosed with Severe Fever with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (SFTS), a tick-borne infectious disease, has surpassed 200 this year, prompting calls for increased caution. According to the Infectious Disease Portal of the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency and other sources on November 9, a total of 220 cases of SFTS have been reported nationwide so far this year (provisional figure). This already exceeds last year’s total of 170 cases and marks the highest number in five years since 2020, when there were 243 cases. The agency believes that the increase in patient numbers is likely due to more active outdoor activities, as there has been no significant change in the tick population. SFTS occurs when a person is bitten by a Small Sophi Mite. The incubation period is 5 to 14 days. The main symptoms include high fever, fatigue, muscle pain, and headache, and in some cases, gastrointestinal and neurological symptoms may also appear. In severe cases, a decrease

Government

11.09 15:31

Minister Choi Hwiyoung: "I Will Block Seoul’s Sewoon Redevelopment That Damages Jongmyo’s Value"

Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Choi Hwiyoung declared, "As the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Republic of Korea, I will utilize every possible means to take the lead in protecting Jongmyo, our cultural heritage," and stated that he would do everything in his power to block the controversial redevelopment plan for Sewoon Shopping Center by the Seoul Metropolitan Government. On November 7, Minister Choi, accompanied by Heo Min, Director of the National Heritage Administration, visited Jongmyo, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and made it clear that he opposes the Seoul Metropolitan Government’s redevelopment plan for Sewoon Shopping Center, which has sparked controversy over the construction of a super high-rise building in front of Jongmyo. Minister Choi emphasized, "Jongmyo is a sacred heritage site where the ancestral tablets of the Joseon royal family are enshrined, and as Korea’s first UNESCO World Heritage site, it holds symbolic value and is a source of natio

Government

11.07 14:45

Minister Choi Hwee Young Sends Congratulatory Message to Author Jung Jihoon at 'Lucca Awards': "Elevating the Status of the Birthplace of Webtoons"

Constitutional Respect TF to Investigate All 49 Central Administrative Agencies... Personnel Measures by February Next Year

Prime Minister Kim: "Sincere Sympathy to Police Officers Dispatched to APEC Who Worked in Poor Conditions"

Prime Minister Kim: "After Kim Keonhee's Misconduct, Seoul Pushes High-Rise Development... Jongmyo Under Threat"

Novelist Eun Heekyung Appointed Chairperson of Cultural and Arts Policy Advisory Committee Launching on the 10th

Minister Kim Young-hoon Apologizes for Failure to Rescue Additional Survivors at Ulsan Thermal Power Plant

Prime Minister Kim: "Greenhouse Gas Reduction Target Will Reflect Demands of Civil Society and Industry"

"No Treatment or Vaccine Available... Tick-Borne Infectious Diseases Reach Five-Year High"

Minister Choi Hwiyoung: "I Will Block Seoul’s Sewoon Redevelopment That Damages Jongmyo’s Value"

Special Coverage

In the News