May 27, 2016
The Korean daily media headlines and humor
Friday, May 27, 2016
Your Excellency:
Here are The Korea Post notices and a roundup of important headlines from all major Korean-language dailies, TV and other news media of Korea today:
Very Respectfully Yours
/s/
Lee Kyung-sik
Publisher-Chairman
Korea Post Media
P.S.:
1. On my personal note, my profound thanks to the Excellencies for the get-well flower pots. After one full week’s hospitalization after my mis-stepping on the stairs at my office, I am back at the office again in one piece and ready to serve the Excellencies as well as at any time before.
2. To see the desired site for the news stories below, press down the Control key and click the blue URL of the media.
3. If received by a person other than the intended recipient, please kindly convey the mail to His/Her Excellency.
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Humor from a kind-hearted former ambassador from Central Asia
Short but crisp:
Husband was sipping his whisky, while sitting on the balcony with wife and he says,
"I love you so much, I don't know how I could ever live without you."
Wife asks, "Is that you, or the whisky talking?"
Husband replies, "It's me..... talking to whisky."
Editor’s note: Thank you, Excellency for the wonderful humor. I am only hoping that more Excellecencies will would kindly share their humor with their incumbent and former colleagues. Send your humor to edt@koreapost for sharing with your incumbent and former colleauges.
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A quick roundup of major news stories from the Korean media today:
KBS (http://world.kbs.co.kr/english/news/)
Pres. Park, Ethiopian Leader Agree on Defense, Economic Cooperation
President Park Geun-hye held summit talks with Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn in Addis Ababa on Thursday and signed a memorandum of understanding(MOU) on defense cooperation.
Outgoing Parliamentary Speaker Creates Centrist Political Think Tank
National Assembly Speaker Chung Ui-hwa held an initiation ceremony on Thursday for a think tank he is founding.
Saenuri Names Former Judge to Lead Emergency Committee
The ruling Saenuri Party has appointed former Constitutional Court judge Kim Hee-ok as chief of the party's emergency reform committee.
Outgoing Parliamentary Speaker Creates Centrist Political Think Tank
Saenuri Names Former Judge to Lead Emergency Committee
Constitutional Court: Assembly Advancement Act Does Not Violate Rights of Lawmakers
Minister: Special Law on Fiscal Soundness to be Drafted by Sept.
US to Impose Antidumping Duties on S. Korean Corrosion-resistant Steel
KOSPI, KOSDAQ Fall amid Global Uncertainties
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Yonhap (http://english.yonhapnews.co.kr)
Gov't to convene Cabinet to review parliamentary hearings bill
The government will hold a Cabinet meeting to discuss a controversial new bill that allows the National Assembly to open hearings more often, amid the rising possibility that President Park Geun-hye will exercise a veto.
Italian Parliament says N. Korean footballer's contract may violate sanctions
The Italian Parliament has claimed a North Korean footballer's contract with a local club may be in violation of international sanctions on the communist regime.
Pirates' Kang Jung-ho enjoys first 3-hit game of season
Kang Jung-ho of the Pittsburgh Pirates enjoyed his first three-game of the season Thursday (local time) against the Arizona Diamondbacks at home.
Obama says N. Korea is 'big worry'
U.S. President Barack Obama called North Korea a "big worry for all of us," saying the communist regime is "hell-bent" on developing nuclear weapons and long-range missiles capable of delivering them.
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The Korea Herald (http://www.koreaherald.com)
Parties obsess over Ban's plans
After visiting U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon indicated potentially joining next year’s presidential race, frenzied...
Gay couple appeal marriage ruling
Following a South Korean court’s rejection to recognize same-sex marriage, the country’s most...
Samsung braces for patent war
The total number of patents that tech giant Samsung Electronics holds in the U.S. increased by ...
New generation of K-pop girl groups
A new era is dawning in the K-pop girl group scene. Groups like Wonder Girls and 2NE1 that s...
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The Korea Times (http://www.koreatimes.co.kr)
Parties obsess over Ban's plans
After visiting U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon indicated potentially joining next year’s presidential race, frenzied...
Gay couple appeal marriage ruling
Following a South Korean court’s rejection to recognize same-sex marriage, the country’s most...
Samsung braces for patent war
The total number of patents that tech giant Samsung Electronics holds in the U.S. increased by ...
New generation of K-pop girl groups
A new era is dawning in the K-pop girl group scene. Groups like Wonder Girls and 2NE1 that s...
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Dong AIlbo (http://english.donga.com)
'Trump Wall' prompts more illegal immigration
The U.S. daily newspaper Washington Post reported on Thursday that an increasing number of immigrants are rushing their way into …
Korean scientist develops a CSM for antibiotics in chickens
Isn’t the chicken on my dinner table perhaps covered with antibiotics? To address such concern, Dr. Hyeong Seok-won (see photo), …
UN Secretary-General Ban urges for inter-Korean dialogues
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon stressed Thursday that he would do his best to address inter-Korean issues, saying, “We need to …
Kim Hyun-soo pulls off three hits and a walk for the Orioles
While Korean major league pitcher Ryu Hyun-jin of the Los Angeles Dodgers is preparing for his comeback, another Korean major lea…
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Chosun Ilbo (http://english.chosun.com)
Date Rapist Often Repeat Offenders
Date rape is proving a serious problem as more cases are reported amid exposure of the issue in the national and international media. The National Police Agency in a crackdown from February to April arrested 2,627 offenders.
Busan Motor Show to Premiere Welter of New Cars
Hyundai will unveil the new luxury Genesis G80 sedan at the Busan International Motor Show, which runs from June 2 to 12. The G80, a face-lifted version of the Genesis DH and the first model of the premium G-series, will hit the market here after the motor show. Two types will be available, one with more sporty features.
Nearly 500 Executives at Top 30 Businesses Fired Last Year
The number of executives at Korea's top 30 businesses has fallen by 500 over the past year amid the economic slowdown. The figure stood at 9,632 as of May, down 478, or 4.8 percent, from the same period last year, according to market researcher CEO Score on Wednesday.
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Hankyoreh Shinmoon (http://english.hani.co.kr)
Ban Ki-moon’s comments on presidential run polarize ruling and opposition parties
Remarks by UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on May 25 suggesting that he might run for president have evoked the opposite reactions from South Korea‘s ruling and opposition parties. Ban said that he w..
Ban Ki-moon offers a change of tone on possible presidential run
Amid continuing speculation that UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon might be the next presidential candidate for the ruling Saenuri Party, Ban made comments that suggest he will make a presidential bid ..
Ban Ki-moon speaks in favor of dialogue with North Korea
“Even as we continue to put pressure on North Korea, we need to use humanitarian aid to get the ball rolling, and we need to try to engage in dialogue and relax tensions,” UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-..
A social consensus is needed for handling dangerous radioactive waste
On May 25, the South Korean government gave early notice of its basic plan for handling high-level radioactive waste. The plan is to build the underground research facility, the interim storage facili..
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JoongAng Ilbo (conservative): (http://koreajoongangdaily.joinsmsn.com/)
Ban Ki-moon seems ready to run in 2017
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon landed in Jeju Island Wednesday on a highly anticipated visit as his homeland ponders whether he will make a run for the presidency next year. The 71-year-old UN chief arrived in Jeju Island Wednesday afternoon and attended a meeting with senior journalists arranged by the Kwanhun Club…
World leaders discuss Asia’s rise and joint rule in Jeju
Leaders in the realms of politics, economics, culture and diplomacy gathered for the 11th Jeju Forum…
Korea’s household debt growth starts slowing
The growth of Korea’s household debt was finally contained by the financial authority through tightened…
Buyer sentiment drops
As the nation braces for a sweeping overhaul of major industries, consumer sentiment dipped again this month…
Contract workers rise as Korea’s labor ‘dualism’ worsens
The total number of non-salaried workers, such as contract workers, continued to grow in Korea…
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The Kyunghyang Shinmoon (http://english.khan.co.kr/)
Ban Ki-moon's Extended Visit, Uncharacteristic of a UN Secretary-General
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon embarked on an extended six-day visit to Korea, unusual for a UN secretary-general, as he arrived in Jeju on May 25 to attend t···
National Human Rights Commission Fails to Protect "Human Rights," But Boasts of "A Rating"
The National Human Rights Commission of Korea received an A rating in an assessment by the Global Alliance of Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI) conducted every···
I Am Scared of South Korea
Let’s take a look at a few things that happened recently in our country. Ten days ago, Seolhyun and Jimin of the girl band AOA released an apology for failing ···
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The Korea Economic Daily (http://english.hankyung.com/)
Korean Textile Firms to Build Industrial Zone in Ethiopia
A textile industrial park in a 990,000-square-meter site will be created outside Addis Ababa, Ethiopia's capital, in Adama. Korean Presient Park Geun-hye and Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn held a summit meeting on May 26 and agreed to a number of agendas for economic partnership,
Hyundai Merchant Marine's Charter Rate Cut Deal Progresses Fast
Major containership owners including Zodiac Maritime of Britain and Danaos Shipping of Greece that have opposed to a charter rate cut for Hyundai Merchant Marine finally accepted terms offered by the Korean shipper. With this, it is likely that the charter rate negotiation with shipowners that accou...
Hyundai and Samsung Shipyards Uneasy about Gov't Meddling
Korea Development Bank and KEB Hana Bank set out to make a diagnosis on the financial health of Samsung Heavy Industries and Hyundai Heavy Industries, respectively, through accounting firms. According to banking industry sources on May 26, Samjong KPMG and Samil PricewaterhouseCoopers will start due...
Government-led “Functional Reorganization” Looms for State-run Energy Firms
The share prices of Korea’s major state-run energy companies are facing mixed fortunes as they are about to be reorganized with their business areas and functions, led by the central government. On May 25, Korea Gas Corp. was closed at 39,600 won, up 0.25 percent from the previous trading day. Alth...
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AJU Business Daily (http://eng.ajunews.com/korea)
South Korea army receives four AH-64E Apache Guardians
Apache AH 64-E[Courtesy of Boeing] ? South Korea's army has received the first batch of four AH-64E Apache Guardians for deployment at front-line army units to enhance deterrence capabilit…
Drones on secret mission to send outside information to North Korea
Stealthy helicopter drones have been delivering SD cards and flash drives to North Korean residents hungry for entertainment and information from the outside, CNN said, cit…
South Korea ruling camp invites UN chief as presidential candidate
The conservative ruling party of President Park Geun-hye suggested Thursday that it would welcome UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon as a possible candidate to run for …
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ETNEWS (http://english.etnews.com/)
South Korean Government to Start Two Verification Projects for Dron...
South Korean Government is starting a verification project to promote drone industry and to find new business models. It is planning to use drones to examine pow...
LG Electronics to Release 77-inch LG Signature OLED TV in July
LG Electronics is releasing $38,030 (45 million KRW) 77-inch TV, which is supposed to be next OLED TV model for LG Electronics¡? ultra-premium brand calle...
AliPay to Start Major Businesses in South Korea
It is seen that AliPay is current working on employee scouting project with South Korea¡?s credit card companies in VAN and IT business fields to enter ...
NPS Develops World’s Biggest Graphene Synthetic Equipment
A small South Korean company has succeeded in developing a world¡?s biggest 70-inch graphene synthetic equipment. Graphene is a new material that has 100 times faster electron movement speed than sil
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Maeil Business News Korea (http://www.pulsenews.co.kr/ )
S. Korea’s shipbuilding industry crumbling down with chain insolvencies
With STX Offshore & Shipbuilding headed for court receivership early next month, many more may have to follow as both big and ...
MBK Partners put out five Homeplus stores for sale and leaseback
Korea’s largest private equity fund MBK Partners held an auction to raise around 700 billion won ($592 million) in leaseback ...
S. Korea’s Mando stock gains from Tesla partnership report
South Korean auto parts maker Mando Corp. stepped into limelight with much hoopla raised over the announcement that it was ...
Luxury SUVs to turn heads at 2016 Busan International Motor Show
The 9th Busan International Motor Show, due to open on June 2 for press day and run until June 12 at Bexco, will showcase luxury ...
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/s/
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The Korea Post now has a new Vice Chairman
Resume of Vice Chairman Choi Nam-suk of The Korea Post
The Korea Post continues to expand its staff strength, and most recently welcomed Mr. Choe Nam-suk as its Vice President. He is now second in command at The Korea Post publishing five media units, 3 in English and 2 in the Korean language. A brief personal resume of Vice Chairman Choe follows:
Name in Full: Choe Nam-Suk (Mr.)
Date of Birth: January 4, 1949
Education: Seoul National University (Major: English & English Literature)
Military Service: Foreign Liaison Officer (1st Lieutenant)
Headquarter Office, ROK Air Force
Major Social Career:
1984-1989: Account Director, Oricom Marketing, Communications Agency
1990-1994: Director in Charge of Public Relations, Halla Business Group
1995-2000: Vice President, Int'l Affairs, Iksan, Advertising Group
2002-2014: Executive Director, The Economic Report, English Economic Monthly
2016: Vice Chairman, The Korea Post Media Group
