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Korean firms asked to consult with indigenous peoples prior to searching for renewable energy resources

Korean firms asked to consult with indigenous peoples prior to searching for renewable energy resources

A coalition of indigenous peoples around the world has expressed concerns about Korean companies operating globally charging forward with renewable energy initiatives, warning that the processes involved might violate their basic rights to sustaining their lives and protecting their cultural heritage. The message came from Secure Indigenous People's Rights in a Green Economy, or the SIRGE ...

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Korean builders desperate for oil money

Korean builders desperate for oil money

Korean construction companies have ramped up efforts to win more large-scale infrastructure orders from oil-rich Middle Eastern countries, including nuclear power plants, in a bid to achieve earnings recoveries and growth momentum abroad. The move comes as the government has vowed to expand support for construction projects in foreign markets, particularly Middle Eastern countries, such as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which have been viewed as lucrative sources of income for Korean builders.

Defense minister refutes China's claim on THAAD

Defense minister refutes China's claim on THAAD

South Korea's defense minister said, Thursday, a U.S. anti-missile shield, currently deployed on the Korean Peninsula, cannot operate to Washington's advantage, rejecting China's claim that the system's radar can spy on its military maneuvers and undermine its security interests.In addition, Defense Minister Lee Jong-sup vowed to speed up the normalization of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) base that has been on a temporary status due to a prolonged environmental impact assessment and other reasons.

Seoul City to phase out semi-basements as dwellings

Seoul City to phase out semi-basements as dwellings

<span class='m_key'>INTERVIEW</span> Everyone's story is worth being remembered: Moryham CEO

INTERVIEW Everyone's story is worth being remembered: Moryham CEO

<span class='m_key'>INTERVIEW</span> Korea to tighten monetary policy further: Fitch

INTERVIEW Korea to tighten monetary policy further: Fitch

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BLACKPINK's second LP to be made with eco-friendly substances

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Works by disabled artists to go on display at Cheong Wa Dae

Works by disabled artists to go on display at Cheong Wa Dae

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Solo Leveling artist's death sheds light on webtoon creators' working condition

Solo Leveling artist's death sheds light on webtoon creators' working condition

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ASEAN-hosted security meeting backs complete denuclearization of Korean Peninsula

ASEAN-hosted security meeting backs complete denuclearization of Korean Peninsula

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Oceans ministry to fortify maritime, logistics biz

Oceans ministry to fortify maritime, logistics biz

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Yoon calls for stabilizing prices ahead of Chuseok holiday

Yoon calls for stabilizing prices ahead of Chuseok holiday

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FBI searches Mar-a-Lago

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KBO pushing for holding season openers in US in 2024: commissioner

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Fed may slow rate hikes, but policymakers say more is needed

Fed may slow rate hikes, but policymakers say more is needed

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