Trump touts relations with North Korea, plays down short-range missiles

NEW YORK -- US President Donald Trump on Monday once again downplayed the significance of North Korea’s short-range missiles, saying that such weapons have never been part of US-North Korea discussions. Speaking ahead of his summit with South Korean President Moon Jae-in in New York, Trump said that North Korea’s short-range missiles are on the South Korea-US summit agenda, but downplayed their significance hinting that the matter is of little concern to the US. “We didn&r

North KoreaSept. 24, 2019

Moon highlights Korea’s environment actions, calls for cooperation on air pollution

NEW YORK -- President Moon Jae-in on Monday announced Korea’s hosting of the P4G Summit next year, and the country’s plans to speed up efforts to fight climate change. Addressing the UN Climate Action Summit in New York, Moon put forward three related pledges, and proposed designation of “International Day for Blue Sky” calling for international cooperation to address air pollution.  “First, we will explore a variety of measures for transition to a sustainable,

Foreign AffairsSept. 24, 2019

Moon urges UN’s support for peace process

President Moon Jae-in on Monday requested the UN to continue to play a role in the Korean Peninsula Peace Process in a meeting with UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres in New York. Moon is visiting New York to attend the UN General Assembly, on the sidelines of which he is holding a series of summit talks with world leaders including US President Donald Trump.  At the meeting with Guterres, Moon highlighted the role the UN has played in engaging North Korea, and requested his presence at

Foreign AffairsSept. 24, 2019

Korea and Poland seek stronger cooperation

NEW YORK – President Moon Jae-in on Monday (US time) asked for increased economic cooperation with Poland in a summit with Polish President Andrzej Duda. At the meeting, held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, Moon also expressed hopes for expanding economic cooperation with Poland.  “Trade between the two countries has passed $5 billion setting a record, and bilateral relations are expanding beyond the manufacturing sector to cutting edge industries,&rdquo

Foreign AffairsSept. 24, 2019

Major work by abstract master Kim Whan-ki to be put up for auction in HK

A major dot painting by the late Korean abstract master Kim Whan-ki will be put up for auction in Hong Kong in November, an auction house said Monday, after another of his works set an auction record last year. One of Kim’s major works, “05-IV-71 #200,” titled “Universe,” will be part of the collection that will go on auction Nov. 23 at Christie’s Hong Kong, according to Christie’s Seoul branch. Measuring more than 2.5 meters in height and width, &l

Arts & DesignSept. 23, 2019

3rd case of African swine fever confirmed in Gimpo

SEJONG -- Another case of African swine fever was confirmed Monday at a hog farm in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, following the second outbreak of the virus in Yeoncheon, Gyeonggi Province, last Wednesday.The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, which dispatched a group of quarantine officials to the farm earlier in the day, announced at 7:53 p.m. on Monday that the suspected pigs at the farm tested positive for the virus.The hog farm is located in Gimpo City’s Tongj

Social AffairsSept. 23, 2019

[Diplomatic circuit] Foreign embassies in Seoul offer glimpse into history, culture

There are many exotic buildings in the heart of Seoul that combine Western architectural elements and traditional Korean materials, providing a glimpse into the country’s history of diplomatic and cultural exchanges. Located right next to Deoksugung in central Seoul is a plot of land belonging to the UK, which British Deputy Ambassador to Korea Nik Mehta proudly said was the most beautiful diplomatic compound here. Walking to the back of Aston Hall, the main hall inside the office bui

Social AffairsSept. 23, 2019

Hyundai Motor, Aptiv team up for $4b joint venture on self-driving technology

South Korean auto giant Hyundai Motor Group has teamed up with Aptiv, formerly known as Delphi, for a $4 billion joint venture to develop autonomous technology, the companies said Monday. The joint venture between the world’s fifth-largest carmaker and the world’s leading software developer of autonomous vehicles is a “rare case,” Hyundai said, adding that the two will have 50 percent of shares each. Under the deal, the Seoul-based carmaker expects to make a bold move in

MobilitySept. 23, 2019

[Graphic News] ‘N. Korea’ springs to mind first as DMZ image: survey

　When people think about the inter-Korean DMZ, North Korea comes to mind first, according to a survey. 　Of the 500 South Koreans, 150 Chinese and 150 German respondents, 7.5 percent of respondents replied “North Korea” when asked what first comes to mind in relation to the 4-kilometer-wide area that separates the two Koreas. 　The “truce line” came next with 6.8 percent, followed by “inter-Korean division,” “mines” and “peace.” The surve

North KoreaSept. 23, 2019

Samsung vs. LG TV spat expands to other home appliances

The war of words between Samsung and LG Electronics has expanded from 8K TVs to home appliances, with the former taunting its crosstown rival in online videos.Two updated video clips on Samsung’s YouTube channel feature its lineup of home appliances enabling clothing care, such as the air dresser and laundry dryer. Regarding the steam closet system, the company made an indirect comparison of its Air Dresser and LG Styler, presumably criticizing the technique used to remove dust from clothe

TechnologySept. 23, 2019

[Herald Design Forum 2019] Geomungo electrified

A Muto performance is not merely an unconventional combination of different art forms, but also an unusual spectacle. One of the band’s musicians plays the “geomungo” -- a Korean traditional string instrument -- with a violin bow, while another uses a modular synthesizer to create an exotic harmony with it. There are two large video panels that stand together and function like a folding screen, showing colorful visual works. Numerous laser lights create various geometrical patt

PerformanceSept. 23, 2019

Hanwha promotes young CEOs in major reshuffle

Hanwha Group replaced the heads of its seven subsidiaries on Monday with younger chiefs, signaling a generational shift in the energy-to-chemical empire with 65 trillion won ($54.4 billion) in assets.Introducing the seven new CEOs as leaders for the group’s future growth -- whose expertise and performance are proven -- the nation’s eighth-largest conglomerate said the decision was made to better deal with growing external uncertainties.Kim Youn-chul, who simultaneously led Hanwha&rsq

IndustrySept. 23, 2019

[Feature] Conscientious objectors wait for alternative service as legislators remain idle

The military conscription system in South Korea has been in place for decades. Conscientious objectors’ fight against the system that criminalized them lasted nearly as long, and they chose to go to jail rather than serve in the military because their faith forbids bearing arms. Their decadeslong struggle came to an end in June 2018, when the country’s Constitutional Court made a landmark ruling that would lift the stamp of “guilt” from thousands of conscientious objector

DefenseSept. 23, 2019

[Hydrogen Korea] Doosan’s hydrogen drone pushes the limits

The Korea Herald is publishing a series of articles on South Korea’s latest measures to support the hydrogen economy, a market drive for hydrogen-powered vehicles and the hurdles that stand in the way. This is the eighth installment. -- Ed.YONGIN, Gyeonggi Province -- At first sight, the DS30, a hydrogen-powered drone developed by Doosan Mobility Innovation, a subsidiary of South Korean conglomerate Doosan Group, resembles a giant spider with eight long legs. The 2.6-meter-long and 80-cent

MobilitySept. 23, 2019

[Herald Design Forum 2019] Not to be missed at Herald Design Week: ‘Art Night’ and 'Bro.Colle'

This year’s Herald Design Forum features evening party and design programs where people can listen to insider experience and information from design industry personnel, in addition to lectures delivered by preeminent experts in the design field during the day.Art Night “Art Night” is Herald Design Forum 2019’s evening event that brings together a speech, performance and party.Artist Bae Jae-hyuck will open Art Night with a speech on ecological issues that we face in the e

Arts & DesignSept. 23, 2019

Prosecution raids Justice Minister Cho Kuk’s home in unprecedented move

Prosecutors raided Justice Minister Cho Kuk’s home Monday in the latest move in a monthlong probe into a corruption scandal involving Cho’s family.This makes Cho the first incumbent justice minister -- a post which oversees the prosecution’s personnel and administration -- to have his home raided by prosecutors.The Seoul Central District Prosecutors’ Office sent investigators to Cho’s home in Bangbae-dong, southern Seoul, at around 9 a.m. to secure documents, hard d

Social AffairsSept. 23, 2019

[Diplomatic circuit] Foreign defense attaches visit military facilities

Foreign defense attaches based in South Korea are visiting military facilities as part of a three-day program designed to boost their understanding of the country’s security situation, the Defense Ministry said Monday.During the program organized by the Defense Intelligence Agency, 50 defense attaches and their spouses from 25 countries are scheduled to visit the Navy’s Third Fleet headquarters, the Air Force’s 20th Fighter Wing, and the Army’s armor school located in Sou

DefenseSept. 23, 2019

Celltrion receives positive opinion for marketing Remsima SC in Europe

Celltrion received a positive opinion for marketing its subcutaneous-type Remsima from the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use of the European Medicines Agency, the company said Monday. A CHMP positive opinion usually indicates that the company will eventually gain EMA‘s approval, Celltrion said, making vows to dominate the 45 trillion won ($ 37.7 billion)-size TNF-alpha inhibitor market by 2038. Celltrion has applied for a patent for Remsima SC in approximately 130 countries.&n

IndustrySept. 23, 2019

[Herald Interview] Can AI replace radiologists?

Artificial intelligence is here to stay, according to GE Healthcare Chief Medical Officer Mathias Goyen, who highlighted its role in advancing precision medicine.“AI per se will not replace radiologists, but professionals who leverage the power of AI will replace those who don’t,” he told reporters Friday.Goyen was speaking on the sidelines of the 75th Korean Congress of Radiology that took place at Coex exhibition hall in Seoul through Saturday and was joined by his colleague

IndustrySept. 23, 2019

Website about Goryeo Buddhist Paintings in US museums launched

A website carrying information about Buddhist paintings from the Goryeo Kingdom (918-1392) currently held at US museums has been launched.The digital catalogue, “Goryeo Buddhist Painting: A Closer Look,” launched by the Cultural Heritage Administration and the US-based Freer and Sackler Galleries, was revealed to the public Saturday. The website carries information about the 16 Goryeo paintings owned by eight museums in the US: Freer and Sackler Galleries (three), Metropolitan Museum

CultureSept. 23, 2019