Practical changes for life in Korea: what changed, when it applies and where to check the official information.
The Fair Trade Commission promulgated strict settlement timeframe caps and third-party escrow requirements for major e-commerce platforms to safeguard small merchant payouts and consumer transactions.
The Ministry of Education simplified work-search visa (D-10) transitions and regional university scholarships under the Study Korea 300K initiative, supporting foreign graduates into technology and industrial careers.
The organizing committee of the Busan International Film Festival announced its Asian and international cinema lineup for the upcoming autumn edition in Haeundae, alongside dedicated multilingual ticket booking services.
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Jeju Special Self-Governing Province converted over 80% of its municipal bus routes to zero-emission electric and hydrogen low-floor vehicles, bolstering accessible green mobility across the island.
The Ministry of the Interior and Safety consolidated over 50 public agency digital certificate systems under Gov.kr, simplifying civil document issuance and address updates for all registered residents.
Seoul Metropolitan Government broadened distribution of its smart home security devices (door bells, motion sensors, and SOS buzzers) to foreign students and workers living alone in studio apartments.
MOEL enacted comprehensive occupational health guidelines requiring employers to provide emergency signage, safety instructions, and heatwave protocols in native languages spoken by foreign staff.
The Monetary Policy Board of the Bank of Korea voted to maintain the benchmark base rate, citing stabilizing consumer prices, steady employment, and ongoing surveillance of household debt dynamics.
Daegu Metropolitan City and MOLIT approved route alignments for the regional express railway directly connecting central Daegu with the future Daegu-Gyeongbuk New Airport hub in Gunwi County.