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  • Hyundai Transys to export EV drive systems to CEER

    Jun 12, 2024
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    Hyundai Transys to export EV drive systems to CEER

    Hyundai Transys Inc., an auto parts affiliate of Hyundai Motor Group, announced on Wednesday that it signed a contract to…

    automotive, Hyundai
  • Hyundai, Kia to require tougher ESG compliance from subcontractors

    Jun 10, 2024
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    Hyundai, Kia to require tougher ESG compliance from subcontractors

    South Korea’s top automaker Hyundai Motor Group plans to require stricter environmental, social and governance rule compliance from its partners…

    automotive, fail, Hyundai, Kia, Korean Comapny, Korean Technology, request, Samsung, Samsung Electronics
  • Hyundai to raise Tucson Hybrid output in Korea for exports

    Jun 2, 2024
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    Hyundai to raise Tucson Hybrid output in Korea for exports

    The Tucson Hybrid (Courtesy of Hyudai Motor) Hyundai Motor Co., South Korea’s top automaker, plans to ramp up production of…

    automotive, Hyundai, Kia, Seoul
  • Korea Inc.’s AI executives double with LG Group leading the pack

    May 28, 2024
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    Korea Inc.’s AI executives double with LG Group leading the pack

    AI robot The number of executive-level artificial intelligence (AI) specialists at South Korea’s 30 largest conglomerates has more than doubled…

    automotive, Hyundai, Kakao, Korean Technology, KT, LG, LG CNS, LG Electronics, Lotte, Naver, POSCO, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, Seoul, SK Hynix, study
  • Hyundai Motor India to file for IPO in June: reports

    May 28, 2024
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    Hyundai Motor India to file for IPO in June: reports

    Hyundai Motor’s plant in Chennai, Tamil Nadu Hyundai Motor Co. plans to file for an initial public offering of its…

    automotive, Genesis, Hyundai, Japan, Kia
  • Ex-Porsche engineer Harrer to lead Hyundai’s high-performance push

    May 28, 2024
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    Ex-Porsche engineer Harrer to lead Hyundai’s high-performance push

    Manfred Harrer, Executive Vice President and Head of Genesis & Performance Development Tech Unit (Courtesy of Hyundai Motor) Hyundai Motor…

    automotive, Genesis, Hyundai, Kia, Korean Comapny
  • Kia to install LG Electronics’ vehicle webOS in upcoming EV3 SUV

    May 27, 2024
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    Kia to install LG Electronics’ vehicle webOS in upcoming EV3 SUV

    LG Electronics’ automotive WebOS installed on the Kia EV3 South Korea’s LG Electronics Inc. will supply its automotive web-based operating…

    automotive, driver, Genesis, GV80, Hwaseong, Hyundai, Kia, Korean Technology, LG, LG Electronics, LG Innotek, Samsung, Samsung Electronics
  • LG Chem, KCC partner to develop eco-friendly paint

    May 27, 2024
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    LG Chem, KCC partner to develop eco-friendly paint

    South Korea’s LG Chem Ltd. announced on Monday that it signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with KCC Corp. on…

    automotive, KCC, Korean Comapny, LG
  • Samsung to unveil QLC-based NAND in H2 to lead AI storage market

    May 22, 2024
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    Samsung to unveil QLC-based NAND in H2 to lead AI storage market

    Samsung’s ninth-generation V9 NAND unveiled in April 2024 Samsung Electronics Co., the world’s largest memory chipmaker, plans to unveil a…

    automotive, Korean Semiconductor, Nvidia, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix
  • Hyundai, Indonesia discuss hydrogen, EV cooperation

    May 22, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Hyundai, Indonesia discuss hydrogen, EV cooperation

    Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto (third from left), Hyundai Motor Group Chairman Chung Euisun (third from right)…

    automotive, Hyundai, Korean Comapny, LG, LG Energy, LG Energy Solution, purpose, Seoul
  • Korea’s Mobase to build US plant as it wins $733 mn Hyundai deal

    May 21, 2024
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    Korea’s Mobase to build US plant as it wins $733 mn Hyundai deal

    Mobase Chairman and co-CEO Son Byeong-Jun speaks to The Korea Economic Daily on May 17, 2024 SUWON, Gyeonggi Province —…

    automotive, BTS, Genesis, Hyundai, Kia, Korean Technology
  • Tata, Korea’s Woori to expand car finance services in Asia

    May 17, 2024
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    Tata, Korea’s Woori to expand car finance services in Asia

    Woori Financial Group Chairman and CEO Yim Jong-Yong (left), Tata Motors President and head of commercial vehicle business unit Girish…

    automotive, Global Expansion, Korean Comapny
  • Hyundai’s first full-size electric Genesis GV90 to roll out in late 2025

    May 16, 2024
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    Hyundai’s first full-size electric Genesis GV90 to roll out in late 2025

    The rear of the Genesis Neolun Concept unveiled in March The Genesis, Hyundai Motor Co.’s standalone premium brand, will launch its…

    automotive, Genesis, GV80, Hyundai, Kia, Korean Technology, purpose, request
  • Hyundai beats Volkswagen, reaches No.2 opertating profits in Q1

    May 13, 2024
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    Hyundai beats Volkswagen, reaches No.2 opertating profits in Q1

    South Korea’s Hyundai Motor Group surpassed Volkswagen Group to claim the second-highest operating profit in the global automotive industry for…

    automotive, Hyundai
  • Samsung SDS unveils supply chain solution in US

    May 10, 2024
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    Samsung SDS unveils supply chain solution in US

    South Korea’s Samsung SDS Co. introduced a supplier relationship management (SRM) solution at the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium 2024 in…

    automotive, Korean Comapny, Samsung
  • SK Hynix to sell 50% stake in Wuxi foundry unit to China state firm

    May 9, 2024
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    SK Hynix to sell 50% stake in Wuxi foundry unit to China state firm

    SK Hynix Wuxi (Courtesy of SK Hynix)  SK Hynix Inc. will sell a nearly half stake in its foundry unit…

    automotive, driver, Korean Comapny, Korean Semiconductor, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix
  • Hankook Tire buys $1 bn Hanon Systems stake from Hahn & Co

    May 3, 2024
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    Hankook Tire buys $1 bn Hanon Systems stake from Hahn & Co

    Hanon Systems’ modular car platform for electric vehicles are supplied to Volkswagen Hankook Tire and Technology Co. on Friday reached…

    automotive, germany, Hyundai, Japan, Korean Technology, Seoul
  • Hyundai Motor Group has most IIHS safest cars

    May 3, 2024
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    Hyundai Motor Group has most IIHS safest cars

    Hyundai Motor’s IONIQ 5 (Courtesy of Hyundai Motor) Hyundai Motor Group announced on Friday that the Hyundai Motor Co. ‘s…

    automotive, Genesis, GV80, Hyundai, Kia
  • Sapeon to supply NPI IP to Telechips

    May 3, 2024
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    Sapeon to supply NPI IP to Telechips

    Sapeon Inc., the artificial intelligence (AI) chip subsidiary of South Korea’s SK Telecom Co., announced on Friday that it will…

    automotive, Korean Comapny, Korean Semiconductor
  • Hyundai to spend $923 mn on self-driving JV Motional

    May 3, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Hyundai to spend $923 mn on self-driving JV Motional

    Motional’s IONIQ 5 robotaxi in front of the Sphere in Las Vegas (Courtesy of Motional) Hyundai Motor Group, the world’s…

    automotive, Hyundai, Kia, Korean Technology
  • Samsung vows to shift gears to focus on HBM, server memory chips

    Apr 30, 2024
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    Samsung vows to shift gears to focus on HBM, server memory chips

    Samsung’s 36-gigabyte (GB) 12-layer HBM3E 12H chip South Korean tech giant Samsung Electronics Co. said on Tuesday it will adjust…

    automotive, Samsung, Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix
  • LG Chem to supply switchable glass films to Webasto

    Apr 29, 2024
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    LG Chem to supply switchable glass films to Webasto

    LG Chem and Webasto officials pose for a photo after signing a smart glass film supply contract (Courtesy of LG…

    automotive, driver, germany, Korean Technology, LG, LG Energy, LG Energy Solution
  • Machine tool maker DN Solutions kicks off IPO process

    Apr 25, 2024
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    Machine tool maker DN Solutions kicks off IPO process

    DN Solutions products (Screenshot captured from the company website).png DN Solutions Co., the world’s third-largest machine tool maker, has kicked…

    automotive, Korea Development, Korean Comapny, Korean Semiconductor, Medical, Samsung, Seoul
  • Hyundai Motor ties up with CATL to reinvigorate China market with EVs

    Apr 25, 2024
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    Hyundai Motor ties up with CATL to reinvigorate China market with EVs

    The IONIQ 5 N at the 2024 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition on April 25, 2024 (Courtesy of Hyundai) BEIJING —…

    automotive, Genesis, Hyundai, Korean Technology
  • Hyundai Motor’s Chung visits India amid talks of Indian arm’s IPO

    Apr 25, 2024
    in Feeds, News
    Hyundai Motor’s Chung visits India amid talks of Indian arm’s IPO

    Hyundai Motor Chairman and CEO Chung Euisun (second from right) at a town hall meeting in India on April 23…

    automotive, Hyundai, Kia, study
  • A Historical Diplomacy: Korea’s Relationship with Global Superpowers

    Dec 9, 2020
    in History
    A Historical Diplomacy: Korea’s Relationship with Global Superpowers

    Introduction: The Geopolitical Significance of Korea Korea’s geographical location in East Asia has rendered it a pivotal player in the…

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History of Korea

  • Exploring Ancient Korea: A Journey into Pre-HistoryOctober 12, 2017
    Introduction to Pre-Historic Korea The timeline of ancient Korea before documented history is a fascinating yet challenging area of study.… Read more: Exploring Ancient Korea: A Journey into Pre-History
  • The Rise and Fall of Go Joseon and the Emergence of the Three KingdomsOctober 19, 2017
    Introduction to Go Joseon The Go Joseon dynasty, often considered a pivotal era in Korean history, emerged around the end… Read more: The Rise and Fall of Go Joseon and the Emergence of the Three Kingdoms
  • The Rise and Fall of Korea’s Three Kingdoms: A Story of Power, Conflict, and UnificationNovember 30, 2017
    Introduction to the Three Kingdoms The Three Kingdoms period in Korea, encompassing approximately from the 1st century BCE to the… Read more: The Rise and Fall of Korea’s Three Kingdoms: A Story of Power, Conflict, and Unification
  • Choe Chi-wonFebruary 14, 2018
    Introduction to Choe Chi-won Choe Chi-won, born in 857, stands as a notable figure in Korean history, specifically during the… Read more: Choe Chi-won
  • King Gwanggaeto the GreatMay 14, 2018
    Introduction to King Gwanggaeto King Gwanggaeto the Great, a pivotal figure in Korean history, ruled from 395 to 413 CE… Read more: King Gwanggaeto the Great
  • Won HyoOctober 14, 2018
    Introduction to Won Hyo Won Hyo, a prominent figure in Korean history, is celebrated for his profound impact on the… Read more: Won Hyo
  • Jang BogoApril 14, 2019
    Introduction to Jang Bogo Jang Bogo, a prominent historical figure from the Silla Dynasty, played a pivotal role in shaping… Read more: Jang Bogo
  • GyebaekApril 14, 2019
    Introduction to Gyebaek Gyebaek is a prominent historical figure in Korean history, particularly known for his role as a general… Read more: Gyebaek
  • King MuryeongSeptember 14, 2019
    Introduction to King Muryeong King Muryeong, reigning from 501 to 523 AD, stands as one of the most influential monarchs… Read more: King Muryeong
  • The Rise and Fall of the Goryeo Dynasty: A Precursor to the Joseon EraJanuary 3, 2020
    Introduction to the Goryeo Dynasty The Goryeo Dynasty, established in 918 AD by the notable general Wang Geon, marks a… Read more: The Rise and Fall of the Goryeo Dynasty: A Precursor to the Joseon Era

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Helplines in Korea

112  | Police

Call to report life-threatening situations and emergencies requiring law enforcement. Text service and location tracking service is also available.

119 | Fire & Ambulance

The fire department and health emergencies requiring ambulance service. There’s also an English reporting section on their website.

182 | Missing Persons & Stolen Vehicles

This line is also used for non-emergency reports and requests such as inquiring about the cost of a fine for a traffic violation, information on car licenses, and how to contact officers in charge of specific cases.

1339 | Korea Center for Disease Control (KCDC) Foreigner Helpline

Particularly useful during the 2015 MERS scare, the KCDC provides foreigners with information about first-aid and diseases in English, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Mongolian.

1366 | Seoul Women’s Help Hotline

Not necessarily English-friendly and not outside of Seoul, this 24-hour service immediate response line for women involved in domestic abuse, sexual violence or prostitution should still be kept handy.

1330 | Korea Tourism Organization’s Travel Helpline

Tourism and translation services. The service is available 24/7 and provides information on tourist sites, transportation, restaurants, and more.

120 | Seoul Municipal Government Info

The Seoul “Dasan” helpline provides information on restaurants (Korean and international cuisines), transportation (bus, subway, taxi, etc.), Korean language schools, interpretation services, legal consulting, lost items, volunteer services, daily living in Seoul, and tourism. Available languages are Chinese, English, Japanese, Mongolian and Vietnamese from 9 am to 10 pm.

1345 | Immigration

Foreign resident can to ask just about any immigration-related question. Keep in mind that they tend to be on the negative side, as it’s the safer way for them to answer. Tip: Get their name and information so that if you visit the immigration office and get a different story you can tell them that you were told otherwise…

1331 | National Human Rights Commission of Korea

Call here to get information on human rights laws and social justice in Korea, as well as get assistance with filing a complaint and even receive counseling.

110 | National Government Call Center

This phone number is available for the public to call and inquire about anything from government policy to civil complaints. Available in 20 different languages.

Useful Official Links on Korea

Korean Arts

  • Archive of Gugak 국악아카이브
  • Artsnet 미술포탈 아츠넷
  • Digital Archive of Performing Arts 공연예술 디지털 아카이브
  • Intangible Heritage Digital Archive 무형유산 디지털 아카이브
  • Korea Digital Archives for the Arts 한국예술디지털아카이브
  • National Museum of Contemporary Art, Korea 국립현대미술관
  • ​National Museum of Korea 국립중앙박물관
  • Seoul Photo Archives 서울사진아카이브

Korean Cinema

  • HANCINEMA The Korean Movie & Drama Database
  • Intangible Heritage Digital Archive 무형유산 디지털 아카이브
  • KMDb 한국영화데이터베이스
  • Korea Digital Archives for the Arts 한국예술디지털아카이브
  • Korean Annual Box Office Results 영화진흥위원회 박스오피스
  • Korean Film Archive 한국영상자료원
  • Korean Film Archive YouTube Channel
  • Korean Film Biz Zone
  • Korean Film Council 한국영화진흥위원회
  • KTV National Record Film 한국정책방송원 e영상역사관
  • North Korean film 북한영화 (통일부 북한자료센타)

Language & Literature

  • The Academy of Korean Studies 한국학 중앙 연구원
  • DLKL (한국 문학 디지털 도서관) by 한국문학번역원Digital Library of Korean Literature
  • The Korea Comparative Literature Association 한국비교문학회
  • The Korean Association of Language Sciences 한국언어과학회
  • Korean Literature Archive
  • Korean Literature Author Data Service
  • Korean Literature E-books in Multiple Languages
  • The Learned Society of Modern Korean Literature 한국현대문학회
  • The Modern Linguistic Society of Korea 한국현대언어학회
  • The Society of Korean Oral Literature 한국 구비 문학회
  • 국어 능력 인증 시험 (한국언어문화연구원)
  • 근대 문학 종합 목록 (국립 중앙 도서관)A comprehensive database for Korean modern literature. The site provides a search for authors and titles.
  • 한국 고전 종합 DB
  • 한글 학회 (Korean Language Society)

Statistical Sources

Government sources

  • Statistics Korea (KOSTAT 통계청)
  • Korean Statistical Information Sources (KOSIS 국가통계포털)
  • Open DATA Portal (공공 데이터 포털)

Themed statistics

  • Korean Social Science Data Archive (KOSSDA) 한국사회과학자료원
  • North Korean Statistics 북한통계 (KOISS)
  • 경제통계시스템 (Economic Statistics System)
  • 국가교육통계정보센터 (Korea National Center for Education Statistics & Information)
  • 노동통계 (Labour Statistics)
  • Media Statistics (Korea Press Foundation)
  • Trade Statistics (수출입통계, 관세청 Korea Customs Service)

History related sources

  • 한국역사정보통합시스템 (국사편찬워원회)
  • 한국사 데이터베이스
  • Kyujanggak Institute (규장각 한국학 연구원)Seoul National University Kyujanggak Institute for Korean studies
  • 한국학 디지털 아카이브
  • The Annals of the Joseon Dynasty 조선 왕조 실록
  • The Daily Records of Royal Secretariat of Joseon Dynasty 승정원 일기
  • 朝鮮王朝実録 (東京大学東洋文化研究所)
  • Korean Image Archive (한국 이미지 자료원)2,400 historic, original photographs of Korea (primarily focus on images captured pre-1970, and 35mm color slides) are available for research, presentation, lectures and other forms of scholarly works.
  • Sajin Taehan Min’guk (사진 대한민국)a collection of photographic records that vividly capture the people’s daily lives and social changes.
  • Academy of Korean Studies [한국학 디지털 아카이브]

Bibliographies and Indexes

  • 한국학술지인용색인 Korea Citation Index
  • KORCIS: 한국 고문헌 종합 목록 (국립중앙도서관)Korean Old and Rare Collection Information System
  • 近代朝鮮関係書籍データベース (東京大学東洋文化研究所)
  • 한국 잡지 박물관 DB