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
Rising Cost of Living and the Side Hustle Boom The trend of Koreans taking on side hustles is accelerating as the cost of living, particularly in large cities like Seoul, continues to rise. The average worker in Seoul finds it almost impossible to purchase a home with their main salary alone, even after years of … Read more
The Urgent Need for Korean E-Commerce Reform The Global Power of Korean Culture Korean cultural products, such as the animated film “KPop Demon Hunters,” are making waves across the globe, topping streaming charts and inspiring international fans to seek out Korean goods linked to their favorite shows and films. 한국의 문화 콘텐츠, 예를 들어 “KPop … Read more