South Korea

North Korea has launched a new warship. Kim Jong-un said it was built to strengthen the country's navy.

U. S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said an agreement with South Korea could be reached as early as next week. Both sides are seeking to reach an agreement before the beginning of July.

South Korean prosecutors have charged Moon Jae-in with bribery related to the employment of his son-in-law. The son-in-law allegedly received a bribe of $177,506.

South Korean law enforcement officials have stated that Chinese startup DeepSeek has been transmitting user data and their requests without permission. The company has previously been accused of leaking data to Bytedance.

South Korean companies have been banned from exporting products with Chinese rare earth elements to US defense companies. China is tightening export controls in response to US tariffs.

South Korea has launched its fourth spy satellite into orbit to enhance its surveillance capabilities against North Korea. Plans are in place to launch a fifth satellite with SAR sensors this year.

Countries are looking for reliable trading partners in Europe after Trump's trade war. Trust in the EU is growing, with support for membership reaching 74%, the highest level in 40 years.

Airbnb will now show customers the total cost of accommodation by default, including cleaning and service fees. The change is being implemented due to a new US Federal Trade Commission rule that takes effect on May 12.

South Korea's customs service has detected a significant increase in attempts to disguise foreign goods, primarily from China, as Korean exports to the United States. This is being done to circumvent President Trump's tariffs; in the first quarter alone, violations worth $20.81 million were detected.

Trump said on social media that countries wanting to avoid US import tariffs should come and build in America. He calls this the easiest way for those seeking US customs policy liberalization.

South Korea will not resist US tariffs due to a "historical sense of duty" towards America, which helped the country after the war. Seoul is ready to negotiate to find mutually beneficial solutions and make concessions on import requirements.

The White House is considering restrictions for DeepSeek, including a complete ban. An investigation in the US Congress is examining the possible transfer of Nvidia chips to DeepSeek, which may be a violation of the law.

North Korea considers the deployment of the US strategic bomber B-1B in South Korea as aggression. North Korea says it increases tensions in the region and is a threat to security.

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol will be tried on charges of insurrection. He faces life imprisonment or the death penalty.

Kim Jong-un's sister stated that North Korea will never abandon its nuclear program. Any negotiations on denuclearization are a denial of the country's sovereignty.

Asian countries are responding to US tariffs, protecting their financial interests. Japan is negotiating, South Korea is providing support to automakers, India is cutting rates.

Oh Se-hoon, the mayor of Seoul, will announce his candidacy for President of South Korea on April 13. The election will take place on June 3 after the impeachment of former leader Yoon Suk-yeol.

The introduction of US duties against the EU and China is an invitation to negotiations. Possible EU duties against the US will be a lever of pressure, not real intentions.

New trade restrictions with ultra-high duties of 104% on Chinese imports have entered into force in the US. Financial markets have reacted with a fall in indices and currencies in Asia.

At the UN Security Council meeting, countries condemned the Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih, which killed children. The Russian representative blamed Ukraine, but most countries supported Ukraine.

A group of North Korean soldiers tried to force the border with South Korea on April 8. South Korean soldiers opened warning fire in response to the actions of the violators.

The South Korean government plans to hold presidential elections on June 3 after the removal of Yoon Suk-yeol. Candidate registration will last until May 11, and the campaign will start on May 12.

Egg prices in the USA have risen to a record high before Easter due to bird flu. Because of this, Americans have started looking for alternatives, painting potatoes and other products.

Global stock markets fell after Trump announced new tariffs. Nike, Apple, H&M and other companies that depend on imports were the most affected.

The Constitutional Court of South Korea has upheld the impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol over the declaration of martial law. Snap elections must be held in the country within 60 days.

The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine announced a new aid package from South Korea in the amount of 100 million dollars. During the meeting, they discussed countering cooperation between Russia and North Korea.

New US import duties have sparked a wave of criticism from trading partners. Country leaders and businesses have spoken out about the negative consequences for the global economy.

Seoul is preparing for economic challenges after the US announced new tariffs. Prime Minister Han Duck-soo instructed to support the affected industries and intensify negotiations with Washington.

The US President has announced the introduction of new duties for certain countries. In particular, China - 34%, the European Union and Great Britain - 20%.

Trump Plans Sweeping Trade Restrictions That Could Upend Global System. Economists warn of recession risks and rising inflation from new tariffs.