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Jaguar XE

Aug 07, 2015 PM EDT - Dana Marie

Jaguar Competes for Sport Sedan Sales

Hoping to battle for the sales of sport sedan in Korea, Jaguar has unveiled the XE at the Grand Hyatt Hotel on Thursday. It is targeted at young drivers, who love to find sleek design and high performance in a car.

Seoul Lantern Festival

Aug 07, 2015 AM EDT - Dana Marie

Cultural Events to Watch Out for When in South Korea This August

With Korea celebrating the 70th anniversary of its liberation from Japan’s rule on August 15, the month presents a series of cultural events in Seoul that locals and tourists shouldn’t miss.

Hyundai luxury sedan

Aug 07, 2015 AM EDT - Dana Marie

More Strict Tax Laws on Business Vehicles

The South Korean government will implement more rigid tax regulations on the use of vehicles among businesses starting next year.

industrial workers in Korea

Aug 07, 2015 AM EDT - Dana Marie

New Tax Breaks to Improve Korean Economy

The government of South Korea has announced that it will revise tax laws to offer benefits and improve the country’s various sectors.

iris recognition technology

Aug 06, 2015 AM EDT - Dana Marie

South Korea’s Finance Industry Promises Better Security through Iris Recognition

Making online purchases or withdrawing money from an ATM in South Korea will be more secure in the future with the introduction of iris recognition systems.

Korea Exchange Bank

Aug 06, 2015 AM EDT - Dana Marie

Foreign Investors Bail Out of Stock Exchange Market

European investors are bailing out of the Korean market, selling their stocks to gain profit amidst the country’s unstable economy.

MERS crisis in South Korea

Aug 06, 2015 AM EDT - Dana Marie

MERS Boosts South Korea’s Online Retail Sales in June

Data has shown that it wasn’t that bad during the MERS crisis. Online retail sales in June have increased by 26% compared to the same period last year, while mobile phone shopping has spiked by almost 80%.

Lunar New Year day at Gyeongbokgung royal palace

Aug 06, 2015 AM EDT - Dana Marie

The South Korean Government Declares August 14 a Holiday to Boost the Economy

President Park Geun-hye, along with other South Korean officials, has designated August 14 a temporary holiday to increase domestic consumption.

Seoul Motor Show 2015

Aug 05, 2015 AM EDT - Dana Marie

Korea’s Top Car Makers Achieve Higher Domestic Sales in July

South Korea’s leading car manufacturers Kia Motors, Hyundai Motors, Ssangyong Motors and Renault Samsung have earned higher domestic sales in July compared to the same period last year.

oil refinery in South Korea

Aug 05, 2015 AM EDT - Dana Marie

South Korea’s INDC for 2030

South Korea is among the G20 nations to submit their Intended Nationally Determined Contribution (INDC) for 2030, pledging to lessen 37% of its current carbon intensity of 430 tCO2/$m.

Seongnam concert

Aug 05, 2015 AM EDT - JamV

Seongnam Collaborates with Indie Bands

The national government and Seongnam Municipal Government collaborates with independent bands to boost commerce around the area.

Taxi Vehicles

Aug 04, 2015 AM EDT - JamV

Pilot Operation for High-end Taxis

Seoul Metropolitan Government (SMG) - along with a taxi operator and Seoul Taxi Association - announces the launch of a high-end service while trying to legalize taxi reservation.

Paul Ruddock

Aug 04, 2015 AM EDT - JamV

Montblanc Honors BIFF Founder Kim Dong-ho

The 11th Montblanc de la Culture Arts Patronage Award has been presented to Kim Dong-ho - founder of Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) - for helping develop the Korean Film Industry.

Musee Grevin

Aug 03, 2015 PM EDT - JamV

French-Based Grevin Wax Museum Now in Seoul

French-based wax museum, Grévin, is now in Asia. One of Europe’s oldest wax museums has a branch opened on July 29, 2015 at an extension in Seoul’s City Hall.

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