Monthly 'Tongsang' 100th Issue Published... Commemorative Webinar to Be Held on the 27th

Source: Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy

[Asia Economy Reporter Moon Chaeseok] The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy announced on the 20th that the monthly magazine "Tongsang" will publish its 100th issue next month. To commemorate this, a webinar will be held on the 27th.

"Tongsang" is a monthly magazine published by the Ministry that summarizes Free Trade Agreements (FTA) and trade issues. It was first launched in June 2012 under the title "Together with FTA" to enhance public understanding of FTAs and promote their utilization by companies.

In January last year, the title was changed to "Tongsang." The scope has since expanded beyond FTAs to include the World Trade Organization (WTO), trade cooperation, and more.

Every month, 20,000 copies are distributed free of charge to companies, related organizations, schools, community centers, and individual subscribers. It is also published as an online webzine.

The September issue will have the theme "Tongsang 100 Issues at a Glance."

The cover story will include a collage of covers from the first issue, headlines highlighting trade issues at the time, unique sections, and content from the 100th issue commemorative webinar discussion. It will also feature an interview with Moonpia CEO Kim Cheolhwan and a special on 5G.

Readers will revisit popular sections such as "FTA REPORTER," where university student reporters cover overseas stories firsthand; "Cartoon," which humorously depicts the trials and tribulations of trade company employee Min Daeri; and "Trade History," which presents the history of trade in an engaging way.

The Tongsang 100th issue commemorative webinar will be broadcast live for 80 minutes on the 27th at 3 p.m. via the Trade Negotiations Headquarters' YouTube channel "Tongsang Sesang" (Communicating World).

The webinar, themed "Tongsang Magazine, The Road Ahead," will review the magazine's journey so far. It will explore the current status of magazines in Korea and overseas cases, gathering opinions from academia, experts, and subscribers to seek the future direction of Tongsang magazine.

Due to COVID-19, the webinar will connect the host and discussants individually via video calls. Pre-registered participants can join online in real time, with quizzes and events planned.

Applications to participate can be made through the Monthly Tongsang webzine site until the 25th. Participants can enter online at the broadcast time via the invitation email link.

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