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Topic: Korea

3rd Summit for Democracy: Governments unite against misuse of commercial spyware

The joint statement acknowledges the threat posed by the misuse of commercial spyware and the necessity of strict domestic and international regulations on its proliferation and use.

North Korean Assembly votes to end all economic ties with South Korea

Declaring South Korea as its enemy, the Supreme People’s Assembly also voted to abolish a special law on Mount Kumgang tourism project, a symbol of cooperation between the two nations.

Singapore: A Melting Pot of Global Business Practices

The meritocratic nature of Singaporean work culture places a heavy emphasis on performance, driving employees to strive for excellence.

Korean Air flight with 230 people evacuated before takeoff after bullets found on board

The 9 millimetre bullets were found by a passenger shortly before the jet was to take off with 218 passengers & 12 crew members on board, leading to the plane to return to the terminal.

A Korean YouTuber is the rage in Pakistan, even as he mocks them in fluent Urdu

Wonnie moved to Lahore when his mother remarried a Pakistani man. His understanding of the country’s culture has captured hearts.

‘1st of its kind pilgrimage’ — 108 Korean Buddhists to go on 1-month walk across UP, Bihar & Nepal

The 1,100 km long Sarnath to Shravasti walk is being organised by the Jogye order of Korean Buddhism and coincides with 50 years of diplomatic relations between India and South Korea.

Kimchi and parathas – There’s a winner in Korea’s soft power game in India

The national dish of South Korea, kimchi is both a side dish and a supporting ingredient. And it is all the rage in India now.

When will India become an upper-middle-income country like China? Unlikely for 25 yrs

India is likely to join the ranks of middle-income countries in the 2030s but will not have a per-capita gross national income comparable to upper MICs for 25+ years.

Beyond K-Pop, watch Single’s Inferno to truly understand Korea’s dark beauty standards

Deer or puppy – how does your face look? Single’s Inferno shows why Korean beauty standards have landed in soup.

Netflix needs new subscribers. It’s hoping to ride ‘Squid Game’-led Korean surge

Investors expect Netflix to continue its track record of adding 20 mn or so customers each year. To do so, Asia Pacific represents its greatest growth opportunity.

On Camera

Abusing industrialists has become the be-all and end-all of Indian labour leaders’ role: Ambedkar

In September 1943, Dr B R Ambedkar delivered a speech at a trade union workers’ study camp in Delhi, reflecting on parliamentary democracy, trade unionism, and the labouring classes.

Recovery of energy flows will be ‘gradual rather than immediate’ as Hormuz re-opens post ceasefire

The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz eases supply fears, but controlled shipping, slow output recovery, and high costs may delay oil flow normalisation for months.

Why Siliguri Corridor is strategically important for India & how it is being secured | Cut The Clutter

This special edition of Cut The Clutter, straight from the Siliguri corridor, details the strategic importance of the narrow strip of land in West Bengal, and how it’s a vital link connecting the Northeast to the rest of India.

Trump, Netanyahu’s Iran gamble: The regime change rebound

American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.