S. Korean currency surges on Trump's signaling of end to Middle East war | Yonhap News Agency
As the conflict drags on, Trump said Tuesday (U.S. time) he expects U.S. forces to withdraw from Iran in "two or three weeks," adding, "All I have to do is leave Iran, and we'll be doing that very soon, and...
Celltrion to cancel 1.72 tln won in treasury shares to boost shareholder value | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- Celltrion Inc., a major South Korean biopharmaceutical company, said Wednesday it will cancel 1.72 trillion won (US$1.14 billion) worth of treasury shares this month as part of efforts to enhance shareholder value. The planned...
(LEAD) S. Korea's monthly exports top US$80 bln mark for 1st time in March | Yonhap News Agency
OK (ATTN: UPDATES with more info throughout; ADDS byline) By Kim Na-young SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's monthly exports breached the US$80 billion mark for the first time ever in March, jumping nearly 50 percent from a year...
Navy deploys MH-60R Seahawk helicopters for operation | Yonhap News Agency
A ceremony marking the delivery of MH-60R Seahawk maritime helicopters took place at a naval air command unit in Jinhae, some 310 kilometers southeast of Seoul, according to the Navy. Korea, U.S. discuss strengthening naval supply chain in Indo-Pacific Navy's...
S. Korea in desperate search for offense following another goalless defeat | Yonhap News Agency
South Korea took a 1-0 loss against Austria in Vienna, despite holding an 11-5 advantage in shot attempts. Son Heung-min of South Korea reacts to a missed scoring chance against Austria during the teams' friendly football match at Ernst-Happel-Stadion in...
S. Korea fall to Austria in pre-World Cup friendly | Yonhap News Agency
OK By Yoo Jee-ho SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- South Korea lost to Austria 1-0 in their pre-World Cup friendly match in Vienna on Tuesday, as the Taegeuk Warriors wrapped up their two-match European trip without a goal. Son Heung-min...
(LEAD) S. Korea fall to Austria in pre-World Cup friendly | Yonhap News Agency
Son Heung-min of South Korea (C) is defended by Marco Friedl (L) and Konrad Laimer of Austria during the teams' friendly football match at Ernst-Happel-Stadion in Vienna on March 31, 2026. (Yonhap) South Korea had eight new faces in the...
Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- The following are the top headlines in major South Korean newspapers on April 1. Korean-language dailies -- 100,000 to 600,000 won to be given to 35.8 mln people in 'high oil price relief' (Kyunghyang...
How North Korea is using Belarus to deepen ties with Russia
A rare visit to North Korea by Belarus' strongman leader Alexander Lukashenko is part of Kim's broader push to deepen its ties with Russia's sphere of influence. Kim expressed solidarity with the Belarusian leadership "for achieving the socio-political stability and...
(EDITORIAL from Korea Herald on April 1) | Yonhap News Agency
OK Barometer of fear Plastic garbage bag rush reflects Korea's exposure to war-driven energy shocks A run on garbage bags is an odd way to measure geopolitical risk. Further measures include a 25 trillion won ($16.3 billion) supplementary budget, tighter...
S. Korea coach pleased with defensive effort in friendly loss to Austria | Yonhap News Agency
OK By Yoo Jee-ho SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- Even after his players suffered their second straight loss in a World Cup tuneup match, South Korea head coach Hong Myung-bo noted the team's overall growth and stronger defensive effort in...
Czechia grab last spot in S. Korea's group at World Cup | Yonhap News Agency
OK By Yoo Jee-ho SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- Czechia have claimed the last remaining spot in South Korea's group for the upcoming FIFA World Cup. Czechia, world No. 43, defeated 21st-ranked Denmark 3-1 on penalties in a European World...
Defiant Son Heung-min rejects decline narrative | Yonhap News Agency
OK By Yoo Jee-ho SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- South Korea captain Son Heung-min is pushing back against the notion that he has hit the downslope of his career, despite mounting evidence to the contrary. Son Heung-min of South Korea...
Translator Hwang Seok-hee's content pulled from streaming platforms amid sex crime allegations | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- Famous translator Hwang Seok-hee has been removed from major streaming platforms and online bookstores following reports of two prior criminal convictions for sex offenses. Episodes of TvN's "You Quiz on the Block" and MBC's...
S. Korea's monthly exports top US$80 bln mark for 1st time in March | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's monthly exports breached the US$80 billion mark for the first time ever in March, jumping nearly 50 percent from a year earlier on the back of record shipments of semiconductors, government data...
(EDITORIAL from Korea Times on April 1) | Yonhap News Agency
In that sense, the long delay before Macron's visit can reasonably be interpreted as evidence that France has not fully recognized the rapid rise in Korea's global stature. While its economic and technological partnership with France has grown significantly, the...
(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on April 1) | Yonhap News Agency
OK 'War budget' of 26 trillion won must be targeted and timely The government on Tuesday approved and submitted to the National Assembly a supplementary budget totaling 26.2 trillion won ($17.2 billion), the second extra budget under the Lee Jae...
Netflix app downloads surge on BTS livestream concert in Seoul | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- Weekly downloads of the Netflix application in South Korea rose sharply last month, driven by a livestreamed concert by K-pop superstars BTS in Seoul, industry data showed Wednesday. Netflix live broadcast BTS' highly anticipated...
(URGENT) S. Korea's monthly exports top US$80 bln mark for 1st time in March | Yonhap News Agency
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(URGENT) Seoul shares open 5.49 pct higher after sharp decline amid hopes for end to Middle East war | Yonhap News Agency
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(URGENT) S. Korea's chip exports hit record US$32.8 bln in March | Yonhap News Agency
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(Yonhap Interview) Confident Wiz outfielder Hilliard looking to be 'centerpiece' of KBO club
Sam Hilliard of the KT Wiz (L) is greeted by teammate Kim Hyun-soo after hitting a two-run home run against the LG Twins during the clubs' Korea Baseball Organization regular-season game at Jamsil Baseball Stadium in Seoul on March 28,...
(2nd LD) Industrial output posts fastest growth in 5 yrs, 8 months in Feb.
(ATTN: RECASTS lead; ADDS more info in paras 7-9) SEOUL, March 31 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's industrial output posted its fastest growth in five years and eight months in February, mainly driven by gains in semiconductor production, government data showed...
(URGENT) Seoul stocks open 2.53 pct lower on widening Middle East conflict
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Chinese civic group on Asian economic development visits N. Korea
SEOUL, March 31 (Yonhap) -- A Chinese civic group promoting economic exchanges with Asian countries visited North Korea and met with the top Chinese envoy in Pyongyang, who called for expanding cooperation with the North, the Chinese Embassy in the...
(LEAD) Lee urges bold measures to cope with concerns about energy situation, including emergency economic decree if needed
(ATTN: ADDS more info in paras 4, 6-12) By Yi Wonju SEOUL, March 31 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Tuesday instructed senior officials to take bold measures to address concerns over the energy situation caused by the war...
S. Korea to spend 434 bln won for scientific survey, research on Dokdo
SEOUL, March 31 (Yonhap) -- South Korea plans to spend 433.9 billion won (US$285 million) through 2030 to expand scientific survey and other research projects on the easternmost islets of Dokdo, officials said Tuesday. The planned five-year budget is aimed...
Samsung SDI to lend $1.05 billion to Stellantis JV StarPlus Energy
SEOUL, March 31 : South Korea's Samsung SDI said it plans to lend 1.6 trillion won ($1.05 billion) to StarPlus Energy, its battery joint venture with Stellantis. Last month, Bloomberg reported that Stellantis was looking to exit its U.S. battery...
Emart opens 1st PB brand outlet in Thailand
SEOUL, March 31 (Yonhap) -- Emart Inc., South Korea's largest discount retailer, said Tuesday it has opened its first private-label No Brand outlet in Thailand as part of its global expansion strategy. The company has signed a master franchise agreement...
KT appoints Park Yoon-young as new CEO to steer AI-driven growth strategy
SEOUL, March 31 (Yonhap) -- KT Corp., a major telecom operator in South Korea, on Tuesday appointed Park Yoon-young as its new chief executive officer (CEO), as the company seeks to stabilize its operations following a large-scale data breach and...