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A North Korean Diplomat Managed a Rare Defection: A Flight Out of Cuba
Ri said he had become disillusioned by North Korea’s political system. PHOTO: AHN YOUNG-JOON/ASSOCIATED PRESS SEOUL—A North Korean diplomat posted in Cuba…
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Renault Korea begins mass production of Grand Koleos
Renault Korea announced on Tuesday that it has started mass production of the D-segment hybrid sports utility vehicle (SUV) New…
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Samsung Securities’ IB head to quit amid talent outflows
Lee Jae-hyun, who has led one of Samsung Securities Co.’s investment banking divisions for two years, has recently expressed his…
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Samsung Chairman Lee visits India for Ambani wedding
Radhika Merchant (left) and Anant Ambani, the youngest son of Asia’s richest man Mukesh Ambani (Downloaded from Anant Ambani’s Instagram)…
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Korea’s Hanmi family feud to end as key shareholder mediates
Hanmi Pharmaceutical headquarters in Seoul (File photo) South Korean Hanmi Pharmaceutical Group’s founding family is set to conclude a feud…
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GIC taps its real estate expert Jasmine Loo as new Korea head
GIC headquarters in Singapore (Photo file, courtesy of GIC) Singapore’s GIC Private Ltd., the world’s sixth-largest sovereign wealth fund with…
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Lunit eyes developing markets with AI cancer diagnostics
Lunit CEO Brandon Suh Lunit Inc., a South Korean cancer diagnostics AI company, will expedite its inroads into developing markets…
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Humax, HeyCharge collaborate on EV charger
South Korea’s mobility solutions company Humax Co. announced on Monday that it partnered with the Germany-based electric vehicle (EV) charging…
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Kyobo Life CEO’s ethical management earns global recognition
Kyobo Life Insurance’s CEO & Chairman Shin Chang-jae delivers the acceptance speech of the Global Ethics & Stakeholder Commitment Award…
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Samsung Bespoke refrigerator sells 3 mn units in five years
Samsung Electronics Co. announced on Tuesday that the cumulative sales of its Bespoke refrigerator in the South Korean market have…
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Value in the middle market: smaller size is a greater potential
(Courtesy of Getty Images) Middle market direct lending can mean different things to different lenders and investors. Many, if not…
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PwC’s Korean member taps new chiefs, creates finance unit
Samil PwC nominates Hong Joon-ki (left) as chief of the audit unit, Min Joon-seon as deals unit leader and Lee…
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Korea may mandate pension plans for all workplaces from 2025
Yeouido financial district in Seoul South Korea is seeking to introduce corporate pension plans to all workplaces in stages starting…
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Kia premieres EV3 to boost global electrification push
(Courtesy of Kia) Kia Corp., South Korea’s second-largest automaker, on Thursday premiered the EV3, its low-cost electric sport utility vehicle…
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Niche real asset creates new opportunities, Korean investors say
Audiences at alternative investment forum ASK 2024 on May 21 The scope of real asset is expanding with new businesses…
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Lunit buys breast cancer detection AI firm Volpara Health
Teri Thomas, chief executive of Volpara Health (left), Brandon Suh, CEO of Lunit Lunit Inc., a South Korean cancer diagnostics…
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POBA eyes data centers, senior housing in Europe: CIO
Public Officials Benefit Association CIO Huh Jang speaks at ASK 2024 on May 22 South Korea’s Public Officials Benefit Association…
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Block deals of Korean stocks surge ahead of tighter regulation
Financial Supervisory Service of Korea (Courtesy of Yonhap) Block trades of South Korean listed shares so far this year surged…
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OCI eyes acquisition of US biopharmaceutical company
Lee Woo-hyun, chairman of OCI Holdings, speaks during a press conference on May 14 (Courtesy of OCI) OCI Holdings Co.,…
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Hanmi to fire founder’s wife, entering new round of family feud
Hanmi Chairwoman and Hanmi Science co-CEO Song Young-sook (Courtesy of Yonhap) South Korea’s Hanmi Pharmaceutical Group is set to enter…
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OECD sharply revises up S.Korea GDP forecast after strong Q1
Containers are stacked to be loaded on ships in a port in South Korea The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and…
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US multifamily market challenges create investment opportunities
People meeting to discuss investment strategies (Courtesy of Getty Images) There is potential distress in the U.S. multifamily housing sector…
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Starfield launches 4th annual balloon festival with iconic character displays
Starfield, a chain of large shopping malls owned by Shinsegae, a South Korean retail company, announced on Friday that its…
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Jeong Dojeon
Who Was Jeong Dojeon? Jeong Dojeon (1342-1398) was a prominent figure in Korean history, known for his critical role during…
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Gwangjong
The Origins of Gwangjong Gwangjong, also known as Wang So, was the fourth king of the Goryeo Dynasty in Korea,…
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Jung Mongju
Introduction to Jung Mongju Jung Mongju (鄭夢周) stands as a pivotal figure from Korea’s Goryeo dynasty, a period characterized by…
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Exploring the Joseon Dynasty: A Multidisciplinary Perspective
in History
Introduction to the Joseon Dynasty The Joseon Dynasty, also known as the Joseon Dynasty, represents a pivotal era in Korean…
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Choi Young
Introduction to Choi Young Choi Young, an influential figure during the Goryeo Dynasty, emerged as a prominent general and politician…
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The Later Three Kingdoms Era and the Birth of the Goryeo Dynasty: A Dynamic Transition in Korean History
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Introduction to the Later Three Kingdoms Era The Later Three Kingdoms Era marks a pivotal transition in Korean history, occurring…
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King Jinheung
Introduction to King Jinheung’s Reign King Jinheung, one of the most influential monarchs of the Silla Kingdom, ruled from 540…
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The Rise and Fall of the Goryeo Dynasty: A Precursor to the Joseon Era
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Introduction to the Goryeo Dynasty The Goryeo Dynasty, established in 918 AD by the notable general Wang Geon, marks a…
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King Muryeong
Introduction to King Muryeong King Muryeong, reigning from 501 to 523 AD, stands as one of the most influential monarchs…
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Jang Bogo
Introduction to Jang Bogo Jang Bogo, a prominent historical figure from the Silla Dynasty, played a pivotal role in shaping…
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Won Hyo
Introduction to Won Hyo Won Hyo, a prominent figure in Korean history, is celebrated for his profound impact on the…
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King Gwanggaeto the Great
Introduction to King Gwanggaeto King Gwanggaeto the Great, a pivotal figure in Korean history, ruled from 395 to 413 CE…
