South Korea to Strengthen Defense Amid North Korean Threats

South Korea to Strengthen Defense Amid North Korean Threats

Singapore, May 30: South Korea has expressed serious concerns regarding the challenges posed by North Korea during the Shangri-La Dialogue held in Singapore. Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-baek stated on Saturday that in light of changing security conditions and the increasing threats from North Korea, Seoul will focus on enhancing its defense capabilities while further strengthening … Read more

South Korea and US Discuss Command Transfer and Nuclear Submarines

South Korea and US Discuss Command Transfer and Nuclear Submarines

Washington, May 11: Top defense officials from South Korea and the United States met on Monday in Washington to discuss the transfer of wartime operational control (OPCON) from the US to South Korea and plans for South Korea to acquire nuclear-powered submarines. Defense Minister An Kyung-bae held a separate meeting with US Secretary of Defense … Read more

South Korea Proposes Amendment for EV Battery Transparency

South Korea Proposes Amendment for EV Battery Transparency

Seoul, March 22: South Korea’s Ministry of Transport announced on Sunday that customers will soon be able to check crucial information related to electric vehicle (EV) batteries, such as the manufacturer and country of origin, when purchasing an EV. The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport stated that these amendments will be included in proposed … Read more