SEOUL, June 1 (Korea Bizwire) – Gwanghwamun Square, one of Seoul’s most famous landmarks in the heart of the historical downtown area, could become a more pedestrian-friendly and car free space, according to a new urban design proposal put forward by Seoul’s official urban planning committee. Gwanghwamun Forum, a committee consisting of some 40 experts in [...]
SEOUL, Jan. 11 (Korea Bizwire) – The existence of a “black list” censoring South Korean artists has been confirmed. Under the Park Geun-hye administration, thousands of artists, including filmmakers and actors, were blacklisted for supporting agendas that went against the opinions of the central government. Condemning the act of censorship and the suppression of freedom [...]
“The swamp near Gimpo International Airport is home to approximately 30 important species of plants and animals, and should be protected by law. It also absorbs fine dust from China. The planned golf course in the swamp should be cancelled.” “On February 11 and 12, there will be public hearings at Gangseo-gu and Bucheon city [...]
“Lee Sang-bong has been exploiting the passion and labor of young designers in the fashion industry by paying low monthly wages such as 100,000 won (US$91) for an apprentice, 300,000 won for an intern, and less than minimum wage for a full-timer.” “Last year, the Council of Fashion Designers in Korea, led by its chairman [...]
![[Feature] Sewol Ferry’s Bereaved Families Stage Hunger Strikes at Papal Mass Venue](http://koreabizwire.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/8723705606_e651640366_z.jpg "[Feature] Sewol Ferry’s Bereaved Families Stage Hunger Strikes at Papal Mass Venue")
SEOUL, Aug. 7 (Korea Bizwire) – On August 16, Pope Francis will preside over a historic Mass at Seoul’s Gwanghwamun Square to beatify 124 Korean Catholic martyrs persecuted during the Joseon dynasty. But, the Pope is expected to face unexpected guests during the feast of the Catholic Church in Korea. Since July 14, about ten bereaved family [...]