Various informal information
Various informal information
Korea’s remarkable economic rise over the past half-century has been driven largely by rapid urbanization. Cities like Seoul, Busan, and Incheon became engines of growth, drawing millions from rural areas…
Korea, once considered one of the world’s most ethnically homogeneous nations, is undergoing a quiet but profound transformation. Driven by demographic challenges, economic needs, and globalization, immigration is reshaping the…
Korea’s rapid modernization has not only reshaped its economy and technology but also transformed the ways in which men and women define their roles in society. Gender roles and family…
In Korea, few topics spark as much conversation as the changing attitudes of young people toward work and life. For decades, Korea was known for its relentless work culture, often…
One of the most striking changes in modern Korean society is the rapid rise of single-person households. While traditional Korean culture has long emphasized family units and multigenerational living, today…
Over the last two decades, Korea has undergone a remarkable cultural transformation. What began as a regional phenomenon known as the “Korean Wave” or Hallyu has evolved into a full-scale…
When people think of Korea, they often imagine high-speed internet, cutting-edge smartphones, and students studying late into the night. These images are not wrong—Korea has one of the fastest rates…
Korea is often described as a society that changes faster than almost any other in the world. From technology adoption to cultural fads, the country tends to move in waves…
Korea today faces one of the world’s most dramatic demographic transitions. For many years, experts have warned that the country’s low birth rate and rapid population aging could reshape its…
1. Korea Unveils 2026 Budget with 8.1% Increase, AI Investment at CoreThe Korean government announced its 2026 national budget, projecting a sharp 8.1% increase compared to the previous year, totaling…
1. Bank of Korea Keeps Base Rate at 2.50%, Balancing Debt Risks and U.S. Economic HeadwindsThe Bank of Korea (BOK) decided to keep its benchmark interest rate steady at 2.50%…
1. Petrochemical Restructuring: Planned Reduction of 2.7–3.7 Million Tons of Naphtha CapacityThe Korean government has announced a large-scale restructuring plan to address oversupply and weakening global demand in the petrochemical…