Korea Joongang Daily
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Subway congestion could fall by up to 9.5% with limited free rides for older adults: Study

A government study found that limiting free subway rides for adults aged 65 and older during rush hours could reduce congestion by up to 9.5 percent, with President Lee Jae Myung calling for a review of the decades-old policy.

2026-04-01

Korea to expand multiple-entry visa eligibility for Chinese nationals

Korea has eased requirements for multiple-entry visas for Chinese visitors, Seoul's diplomatic mission in Beijing said Tuesday, in line with efforts to attract more tourists and enhance convenience for business travelers.

2026-03-31

Korea says Britain's new steel trade measures could violate bilateral FTA, vows active response

Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources has expressed concerns over Britain's new protectionist steel trade measure, arguing that the move could potentially violate a bilateral FTA with Korea.

2026-03-20

Terror alert to be raised in parts of central Seoul ahead of BTS show in Gwanghwamun

The government will raise the terror alert level in parts of central Seoul ahead of a comeback performance by boy band BTS at Gwanghwamun Square on Saturday, which is expected to draw around 260,000 people.

2026-03-18

Police to mobilize 6,500 officers, tighten security for BTS show

Police will deploy about 6,500 officers and tighten security for the BTS performance on Saturday at Gwanghwamun Square in central Seoul, where as many as 260,000 people are expected to gather, authorities announced on Sunday.

2026-03-15

Lee calls for new measures to promote paternity leave

President Lee Jae Myung on Tuesday called for new measures to promote paternity leave, pointing out that men still feel discouraged and end up not taking it.

2026-03-10

BOK holds special task force meeting over possible market volatility due to Iran crisis

The Bank of Korea (BOK) held a special task force meeting on Tuesday to assess the impact of the ongoing Middle East conflict on financial markets and discuss response measures against possible market volatility.

2026-03-03

Korea unveils measures to root out price gouging targeting tourists

The government unveiled Wednesday a series of measures aimed at rooting out overcharging and price gouging practices across the hospitality and tourism sectors, in an effort to strengthen Korea's tourism industry.

2026-02-25

Seoul gov't vows to make city 'safe and fun' as tourist surge expected for BTS comeback

The Seoul Metropolitan Government on Wednesday pledged to make the capital “safe and fun” for everyone ahead of an expected surge in tourists driven by BTS’s long-awaited comeback next month.

2026-02-04

Lee's approval rating edges up to 54.5%: Poll

President Lee Jae Myung's approval rating rose to 54.5 percent last week amid the bullish stock market and a move to stabilize the property market, a survey showed Monday.

2026-02-02