[Column] Coupang’s play in Washington
The interim CEO of Coupang's Korean subsidiary testified before the US House Judiciary Committee regarding allegations of discrimination against US companies by the Korean government.
Lethal and Thorough 'Coupang Play' [Cosmopolitan]
Coupang's interim CEO Harold Rogers recently appeared before the U.S. House Judiciary Committee amid ongoing scrutiny over alleged discrimination against American tech firms by the Korean government, following a massive data breach involving sensitive customer information.
Kim Yo Jong of North Korea's Leader Promoted at Party Congress
Kim Yo Jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, has been promoted to a full department director by the Central Committee of the Workers' Party during a significant party congress in Pyongyang.
‘Judicial Three Laws’ thwarting the special law on US investment... Both the Democratic and People’s Power parties blame each other for the failed special committee
The Korean National Assembly's planned meeting on a special law for US investments was disrupted as the ruling and opposition parties blamed each other for delays in legislative proceedings.
Slow Progress on the Special Law for US Investment... Second Committee Meeting Ends 'Empty'
The South Korean National Assembly's special committee on US investment made little progress, resulting in no legislative action during their second full meeting.
[Breaking News] Amendment to the National Referendum Act Passes the Ministry of the Interior and Safety Committee... Allows for Constitutional Amendments Voting
An amendment to the National Referendum Act that allows for voting on constitutional amendments has passed the South Korean National Assembly's Ministry of the Interior and Safety Committee.
Incorrect Flag Raising at Short Track Awards Ceremony... Organizing Committee Apologizes and Promises Prevention of Recurrence
A flawed version of the South Korean flag was displayed during the short track awards ceremony at the 2026 Winter Olympics, prompting an apology and commitments for future prevention from the organizing committee.
South Korea to Participate as an Observer in Trump-Led Gaza Peace Committee Inaugural Meeting
The South Korean government will participate as an observer in the inaugural meeting of the Gaza Peace Committee led by President Donald Trump.
Ministry of Labor to Reduce Confusion on the Yellow Envelope Law... Establishing a Committee to Support Collective Bargaining Decisions
The South Korean Ministry of Labor is establishing a committee ahead of the implementation of the Yellow Envelope Law to assist in determining the employer status of primary contractors in relation to subcontractor unions.
US House committee accuses Korea of targeting Coupang to ‘advantage’ domestic firms
The US House Judiciary Committee plans to investigate the Korean government's treatment of Coupang, claiming it discriminates against American companies.
U.S. House Judiciary Committee: Coupang Sanctions Are for Supporting Korean Businesses... Investigation for Legislation
The U.S. House Judiciary Committee has announced an investigation into the South Korean government's sanctions against Coupang, claiming that they are discriminatory actions aimed at aiding domestic competitors.
Companies with more than three workplace deaths a year to face ‘5% of operating profit penalty’... Amendment to Industrial Safety and Health Act passes parliamentary committee
A South Korean parliamentary committee has approved an amendment to the Industrial Safety and Health Act imposing penalties on companies with three or more workplace deaths annually, potentially totaling 5% of their operating profit.
'Trial Appeal Law' Passed by the Democratic Party in Committee
The South Korean National Assembly's Legislative and Judiciary Committee has approved a bill allowing constitutional appeals against court rulings, led by the Democratic Party.
Establishment of 'US Investment Implementation Committee' Before Passage of US Investment Special Law... Attempt to Block Tariff Increases
The South Korean government is creating a committee to review investment projects in the US before the passage of a special law aimed at managing strategic investments to prevent potential tariff increases on South Korean goods.
The White House views the National Assembly's establishment of a special committee on investment in the U.S. as a 'positive development'
The White House has characterized the South Korean National Assembly's establishment of a special committee aimed at processing the U.S. investment special law as a positive advancement.
Kim Yong-tae: 'It is unreasonable to eliminate politicians with different thoughts through the ethics committee'
Kim Yong-tae, a member of South Korea's ruling People Power Party, criticizes the ethics committee for attempting to remove dissenting politicians rather than fostering democratic discourse.
Park Mi-jung Appointed as Chair of Korean Committee for International Council of Museums
Park Mi-jung has been elected as the chair of Korea's Committee for the International Council of Museums (ICOM).
US House launches probe into alleged ‘discriminatory targeting’ of Coupang by Korea
The US House Judiciary Committee is investigating potential discriminatory practices against the e-commerce platform Coupang by the South Korean government, and has subpoenaed its interim CEO for documents and testimony.
Sources: UN is about to approve exceptions for North Korean aid projects
The UN Security Council's North Korea sanctions committee is reportedly granting exceptions for humanitarian aid projects in the impoverished country, according to diplomatic sources in South Korea's capital, Seoul.
45 Representatives of Korean War Survivors Call for Truth and Reconciliation Commission to Be Composed Entirely of Experts
Ahead of the upcoming inauguration of the third Truth and Reconciliation Commission, survivors' groups and civic organizations of Korean War civilian victims demand that the government and National Assembly ensure the committee responsible for collective civilian casualties consists entirely of relevant experts.
U.S. House to Hold 'Coupang Hearing' on 23rd... Subpoena Issued to Representative Rogers
The U.S. House Judiciary Committee has issued a subpoena to Harold Rogers, the interim representative of Coupang's Korean division, demanding submission of all communication records with the South Korean government and attendance to testify at a hearing on the 23rd.
Transportation Improvement Committee Formed Due to Concerns Over Traffic Congestion in Supply Policy
The South Korean government has established a Transportation Improvement Committee to address traffic congestion concerns related to its January 29 supply plan in areas like Gwacheon and Nowon-gu in Seoul.
Ministry of National Defense to Hold Disciplinary Committee for Four Generals Including Former Drone Commander Involved in 'Pyongyang Drone Operations'
The South Korean Ministry of National Defense has announced a disciplinary committee meeting for four generals, including former drone command chief Kim Yong-dae, over allegations related to the emergency martial law and the execution of a 'Pyongyang drone' operation.
The ruling and opposition parties to form a special committee to process the US Investment Special Law by the end of February at the earliest
The South Korean ruling and opposition parties have agreed to form a special committee to facilitate the passage of the US Investment Special Law, expected to be processed by the end of February.