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Majority of South Koreans Support Extending Animal Protection Laws to Fish, Survey Shows

Majority of South Koreans Support Extending Animal Protection Laws to Fish, Survey Shows

SEOUL, Oct. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – Eight out of ten South Koreans believe the country’s animal protection laws should be extended to include fish raised for food consumption, according to a new survey highlighting growing public awareness of aquatic animal welfare. The Animal Welfare Awareness Research & Education (AWARE) released findings on October 24 from its [...]

Majority of South Koreans Support Pension Reform to Protect Future Generations

Majority of South Koreans Support Pension Reform to Protect Future Generations

SEOUL, Oct. 23 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent survey has revealed that 60% of South Korean adults support stabilizing the national pension system to ensure future generations can receive benefits at least equal to their contributions. The poll also showed that young people, particularly those in their 20s and 30s, harbor deep skepticism about the sustainability [...]

Work-Life Balance Remains Elusive for South Korean Workers, Survey Finds

Work-Life Balance Remains Elusive for South Korean Workers, Survey Finds

SEOUL, Oct. 22 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent survey has shed light on the persistent challenge of maintaining work-life balance in South Korea’s demanding corporate culture, with two out of three office workers reporting they receive work-related communications even after leaving the office.  The survey, conducted by Global Research on behalf of the workplace rights organization [...]

Samsung Electronics Faces Crisis as Semiconductor Dominance Wanes

Samsung Electronics Faces Crisis as Semiconductor Dominance Wanes

SEOUL, Oct. 21 (Korea Bizwire) – In a rare admission of weakness, Samsung Electronics has acknowledged internal problems affecting its semiconductor business, marking a formal recognition of the crisis that has been brewing throughout the year. The head of Samsung’s semiconductor division, Kyung Kye-hyun, expressed remorse for the company’s weakening technological competitiveness, conceding that the issues [...]

South Korea’s ‘New Elderly’ Reshape Retirement Norms

South Korea’s ‘New Elderly’ Reshape Retirement Norms

SEOUL, Oct. 17 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent survey has revealed the emergence of a “new elderly” demographic in South Korea, characterized by higher income, better education, and shifting values regarding inheritance and self-perception of age. This trend, partly attributed to the baby boomer generation (born 1955-1963) entering their senior years, is reshaping traditional notions of [...]

Samsung’s Mobile Division Faces Tough Choices Amid Earnings Shock

Samsung’s Mobile Division Faces Tough Choices Amid Earnings Shock

SEOUL, Oct. 16 (Korea Bizwire) – As Samsung Electronics grapples with an earnings shock in its third-quarter results, the company’s Mobile eXperience (MX) and Networks (NW) divisions have managed to remain profitable, earning praise for their resilience. However, the tech giant now faces a critical decision that could significantly impact its future smartphone offerings and bottom [...]

Shared Accommodation Revenue Soars in South Korea, Driven by Millennials and Gen Z

Shared Accommodation Revenue Soars in South Korea, Driven by Millennials and Gen Z

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – Revenue from shared accommodation in South Korea has increased more than tenfold over the past three years, with nearly half of the total income generated by individuals in their 20s and 30s, according to a recent analysis of National Tax Service data. Representative Cha Gyu-geun of the Rebuilding Korea Party [...]

Automakers Forge Alliances to Counter China’s Rise in Electric and Autonomous Vehicles

Automakers Forge Alliances to Counter China’s Rise in Electric and Autonomous Vehicles

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – As the race to dominate the future of the automotive industry intensifies, with a focus on electrification and software-defined vehicles (SDVs), a wave of strategic partnerships is reshaping the global automobile market. Industry analysts suggest these alliances are largely driven by a shared concern: the need to respond to China’s [...]

Survey Reveals Growing Interest in Marriage and Parenthood Among Young South Koreans Amid Birth Rate Crisis

Survey Reveals Growing Interest in Marriage and Parenthood Among Young South Koreans Amid Birth Rate Crisis

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – Amidst growing concerns over South Korea’s critically low birth rate, a recent survey reveals a significant increase in marriage and childbirth intentions among people in their 20s and 30s, offering a glimmer of hope for the country’s demographic challenges. The Presidential Committee on Ageing Society and Population Policy released the [...]

Climate Change Poses Grave Threat to Global Emergency Services, Study Finds

Climate Change Poses Grave Threat to Global Emergency Services, Study Finds

SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – As climate change continues to intensify, a new study warns that emergency medical services worldwide are woefully unprepared for its impacts. Despite the looming crisis, few countries have assessed the scale of the threat or developed plans to address it.  International emergency medicine experts are sounding the alarm, calling for [...]