Tuesday, March 17, 2026

MBK Partners And Youngpoong Hire U.S. Lobbyists In Tennessee Over Korea Zinc Fight: Who’s Really Calling The Shots?

MBK Partners and Youngpoong hire a U.S. lobbyist amid management disputes over KoreaZinc's Tennessee refinery project, raising concerns.

North Korea Faces Food Crisis as Heavy Rains Devastate Crops

The UN warns North Korea's harvest could decrease due to July's heavy rainfall and ongoing risks of severe flooding.

Design Finalized, Construction of North Korean Human Rights Center Set for 2026 Completion

The National Center for North Korean Human Rights is set to break ground in October, aiming to raise awareness about human rights issues.

Economy

“Ioniq 5 Robotaxi to Operate in U.S. Cities”… Motional Launches Pilot Service With Uber

Motional, a Hyundai Motor Group joint venture, launches a robo-taxi pilot service with Uber in Las Vegas.

Didier Dubot Strengthens Premium Strategy, Expands Global Presence in the United States and Asia

Didier Dubot accelerates global expansion, focusing on online platforms and high-end products, achieving significant sales growth in Asia.

NATIONAL COLLAPSE : How Trump’s Failed War Is Burying The Economy In A Stagflation Grave

U.S. GDP growth has sharply declined to 0.7%, raising stagflation risks amid rising global oil prices and geopolitical tensions.

Samsung SDI Secures 1.5 Billion KRW ESS Battery Supply Deal: What This Means

Samsung SDI secures a $1 billion contract for ESS batteries in the U.S., enhancing its market position amid rising demand for renewables.

SK Innovation Invests 560 Billion KRW in AI Solutions: What This Means for SK Hynix

SK Innovation plans to invest $378 million in AI Company, an AI solutions firm by SK Hynix, over the next four years.
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Inside the Controversial Case: How a Former General’s Actions Impacted South Korea’s Election Integrity

Former Intelligence Commander Roh Sang-won receives a two-year prison sentence for unlawfully obtaining military info and soliciting bribes.

2026: How Korea’s Trade Policies Will Boost U.S. Investments in EV and Automotive Sectors

Yeo Han-koo discussed U.S.-Korea trade relations and investment cooperation at an AMCHAM luncheon, emphasizing tariff agreement implementation.

Will the U.S.-Korea Investment Special Law Delay Tariff Increases? Insights from Minister Kim Jung-kwan

Minister Kim Jung-kwan discusses U.S.-Korea trade relations, tariff concerns, and investment law progress in a recent briefing.

South Korea’s Strategic Investment Law: Will It Save Us from U.S. Tariff Hikes?

Minister Kim Jung-kwan discusses U.S.-Korea tariff negotiations and plans for a special investment law amid ongoing trade tensions.

Coupang’s Bold Lobbying: How a Little-Known Korean E-Commerce Giant Influences U.S. Politics

Coupang's lobbying in the U.S. influences trade relations amid investigations into a data breach, raising concerns over digital discrimination.

SeAH Steel Holdings Bets On SpaceX Buzz With $157M Texas Alloy Plant: Is The Rally Still Real?

SeAH Steel Holdings is expanding in aerospace and defense, with a new facility set to boost supply despite stock price concerns.

MBK Partners And Youngpoong Hire U.S. Lobbyists In Tennessee Over Korea Zinc Fight: Who’s Really Calling The Shots?

MBK Partners and Youngpoong hire a U.S. lobbyist amid management disputes over KoreaZinc's Tennessee refinery project, raising concerns.

Korea-U.S. Trade Talks In Seoul: Can New Non-Tariff Concessions Head Off 2026 Tariff Hikes?

U.S. and South Korea discuss tariff hikes and non-tariff barriers, focusing on digital sector agreements and automotive safety standards.

Chicken-And-Beer Summit: SK’s Chey And NVIDIA’s Huang Talk HBM4 For Next “Vera Rubin” AI Accelerators

SK Group's Chey Tae Won and NVIDIA's Jensen Huang discussed AI collaborations and HBM technology during a casual meeting in California.

Bitcoin Dips to 65,000 USD: Is the Fear and Greed Index Signaling a Market Shift?

The Fear and Greed Index hits a seven-year low as strong U.S. job data impacts Bitcoin prices, while SEC aims for clearer crypto regulations.

ENERGY EXTORTION: Trump Threatens South Korea With “Favorite” Tariffs To Force Sales Of Ancient Coal

Trump promotes coal exports during a White House event, highlighting tariff negotiations with South Korea and energy production achievements.

U.S. Tariff Controversy: How Trump’s Policies Could Impact Korean EV Exports in 2026

Minister Kim Jung-kwan outlines contingency plans amid U.S. tariff discussions while addressing misinformation from the Korea Chamber of Commerce.

LS Cable Secures 700 Million KRW High-Voltage Cable Contract in the U.S.: What This Means for the Future

LS Cable & System secures a $482M contract in the U.S. for high-voltage cables, involving extensive collaboration with its domestic division.

Samsung SDS Unveils Cutting-Edge Digital Logistics Solutions at Manifest 2026: What You Need to Know

Samsung SDS showcased its digital logistics solutions at Manifest 2026, addressing global supply chain challenges and innovations.

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