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Seminar helps Korean firms explore Indian markets
SEOUL, April 05 (AJU PRESS) - In a bid to help South Korean companies enter the Indian market, the nation's middle market enterprise federation, FOMEK, organized a seminar. Representatives from the Indian Embassy in Seoul and India's Chamber of Commerce provided insights on the Indian business environment and support plans for South Korean investment in automotive, particularly electric vehicles, and electrical and electronic manufacturing. During the forum on April 4, FOM
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Picnic mats are hot items at convenience stores thanks to cherry blossoms
SEOUL, April 05 (AJU PRESS) - South Korean convenience stores near renowned cherry blossom picnic spots have witnessed a remarkable surge in sales of picnic essentials like mats, instant noodles, ice cups, and sun protection items. The country's meteorological service forecasts the full bloom of cherry blossoms in Seoul this week. Unlike in Western countries where benches or outdoor chairs are common for picnics, South Koreans typically use picnic mats. During spring's che
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Two-day early voting begins ahead of next week's general elections
SEOUL, April 05 (AJU PRESS) - The two-day early voting began, Friday, ahead of the April 10 general elections, largely seen as a referendum on the administration of President Yoon Suk Yeol.
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Virtual artist 'iaaa' to release debut song 'Our Season'
SEOUL, April 05 (AJU PRESS) - iaaa, a virtual artist created by South Korean content startup Studio Meta-K, will drop her debut song "Our Season." Through the digital single, the 21-year-old virtual human will portray the innocence of first love, along with the nostalgic memories of spring between two people. The 173-centimeter (68-inch)-tall digital human is a member of Studio Meta-K's virtual artist group "Season." iaaa made her debut in February 2024 as
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Korea's iconic percussion show 'Nanta' to take place in Africa's largest cultural event
SEOUL, April 04 (AJU PRESS) - The state-run Korea Foundation will hold the iconic Korean percussion show "Nanta" in Côte d'Ivoire. The performance will be featured at the Marche des Arts du Spectacle d'Abidjan (MASA), the largest cultural event in Africa, where South Korea will be showcased as this year's special guest nation. Nanta is a non-verbal theatrical performance combining percussion and comedic elements. It features lively performances and a un
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HD Hyundai hands over 3,000-ton attack submarine to Navy
SEOUL, April 04 (AJU PRESS) - South Korea's HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) has delivered a new 3,000-ton class attack submarine to the country's Navy. Named after independence fighter Shin Chae-ho, who resisted Japanese rule during the 1910-45 colonial period, the submarine boasts advanced features. HHI announced the handover on Thursday, highlighting the vessel's capabilities. The diesel-electric submarine incorporates air-independent propulsion technology, allowin
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Korean coffee brands shift focus to overseas markets amid intense domestic competition
SEOUL, April 04 (AJU PRESS) - South Korean coffee brands are setting their sights on overseas markets as competition intensifies at home. This comes as foreign coffee chains like Canadian giant Tim Hortons, which opened its first Seoul store in December 2023 and plans 150 by 2028, and U.S.-based Intelligentsia Coffee, launched in February 2024, enter the South Korean market. The domestic market is indeed saturated. According to market research firm Euromonitor, South Korea's a
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S. Korean fruit-flavored jelly becomes bestseller in Viet Nam
SEOUL, April 04 (AJU PRESS) - "Boom Jelly," a fruit-flavored jelly series produced by South Korean confectionery maker Orion, has become Viet Nam's favorite jelly product, thanks to the company's know-how of creating chewy jelly products that do not easily melt or go bad in hot weather. The major South Korean confectionery maker raised more than 130 billion won ($96.5 million) in global sales in 2023, up 56 percent compared to a year ago. China was Orion's bi
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S. Korean small firms showcase consumer goods at 'Vietnam International Trade Fair'
SEOUL, April 03 (AJU PRESS) - A total of 58 South Korean small and medium-sized companies are participating in the Vietnam International Trade Fair, an annual exhibition in Hanoi scheduled for April 3 to 6. South Korea set up a joint exhibition booth, presenting various consumer goods, including cosmetics and food. The annual event, organized by Viet Nam's industry ministry, is one of the largest trade exhibitions in the Southeast Asian country. According to the Korea Trade-In
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Busan Port welcomes largest-ever fleet of foreign cruise ships
SEOUL, April 03 (AJU PRESS) - Amid a surge in foreign travelers to South Korea following the COVID-19 pandemic, Busan Port, the country's largest maritime gateway, witnessed a historic moment with four foreign cruise ships simultaneously docking at its piers for the first time. With an annual handling capacity of 20 million 20-foot equivalent units (TEUs), Busan Port serves as South Korea's primary hub for both cargo and passenger ships. Typically, passenger ships shuttlin
April 3, 2024
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Commemorative event explores Tagore's legacy in Korea
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VISUALS: Indian philosopher Tagore's 163rd birth anniversary celebrated on Nami Island
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John Y. Lee, Korean War hero who interpreted for MacArthur, dies at 95
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'We support BTS, not HYBE'
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Hanwha Robotics, B-Robotics join hands on restaurant automation project
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BTS agency launches global audition for new boy band
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Spike in juvenile gambling raises concerns in Korea
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Harmful substances found in toys sold on Chinese e-commerce platforms
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Hyundai Rotem selected as preferred bidder for armored vehicle contract with Peru
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Korea to launch international webtoon festival in September