Korea’s Child Vaccination Rates Lead Globally: What Parents Need to Know The State of Childhood Vaccination in Korea Korea stands out as one of the world leaders in childhood vaccination coverage. In 2023, the full vaccination rates for children were exceptional, with 93.3% for 1-year-olds, 93.6% for 2-year-olds, 88.7% for 3-year-olds, and 89.4% for 6-year-olds. … Read more
K-Beauty’s New Delivery Revolution: Inside Olive Young’s Urban Fulfillment Centers The Rise of Smart Urban Warehouses The country that gave the world “K-beauty” is not only a leading beauty producer but also a master of swift delivery, reaching customers within hours—sometimes within just one. At the center of this transformation is “Olive Young,” Korea’s largest … Read more
Gangnam 3 Districts: A New Wave of School Dropouts In Seoul’s prestigious Gangnam, Seocho, and Songpa districts, known collectively as the “Gangnam 3 districts,” a growing trend of students halting their high school studies has captured national attention. The dropout rates in these education hotspots reached 2.7% in Gangnam-gu and Seocho-gu, and 2.1% in Songpa-gu … Read more
Understanding Korean Social Etiquette: Key Taboos to Avoid in Korea Living in Korea provides an exciting cultural experience, but it also comes with unspoken rules and social contracts that might be puzzling for foreigners. Central to Korean culture is the deep-rooted value of respect, which governs everyday interactions, from language to dining manners. One important … Read more
Seoul Draws the Red Line: The Debate Over Korea’s High-Precision Map Data Export Introduction: National Security Meets Tech Ambition South Korea’s recent decision to exclude the export of high-precision map data from trade negotiations with the United States has reignited discussions about the delicate balance between technological progress and national security. As global tech giants … Read more