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Kim Yong-beom on 'Second Semiconductor Cluster' in Honam and Chungcheong: "Discussions in Final Stages… Yongin Project Remains Unchanged" Kim Yong-beom, Chief of Staff for Policy at the Presidential Office, stated regarding the ongoing review of establishing a "second semiconductor cluster" in the Honam and Chungcheong regions, "We are approaching the final stages of discussions. SBS Jun 24, 2026 11:31 AM

Kim Yong-beom: "AI Era Requires a New Industrial Map... It Could Be Drawn in the Regions" Kim Yong-beom, Chief of Staff for Policy at the Presidential Office, emphasized the need for new national infrastructure in the era of artificial intelligence , stating, "We must lay the foundation for growth through bold, preemptive investments that will reshape South Korea's industrial map." Speaking at a Kwanhun Club debate held at the Press Center in Seoul today , Kim said, "Just as the Gyeongbu Expressway was the beginning of industrialization and the high-speed information and communication network was the foundation for becoming an IT powerhouse, a new national infrastructure is needed for the AI era." Kim emphasized, "If the current semiconductor and AI super-cycle marks the beginning of a structural transformation that will increase the slope of South Korea's potential growth path and the beginning of industrial restructuring, our response must also change." He proposed, "We need a new method of national management that combines multi-year investments, pan-government projects, selection and concentration, and productive finance, which is different from the past." He added, "Industries in the AI era require massive amounts of electricity, land, and a new industrial ecosystem. SBS Jun 24, 2026 11:15 AM

Jung Chung-rae Resigns as Party Leader, Paving Way for Re-election Bid Democratic Party of Korea leader Jung Chung-rae abruptly resigned from his post today . SBS Jun 24, 2026 10:34 AM

"The Republic of Korea Protected by Heroes"... 76th Anniversary Ceremony of the Korean War to be Held in Suwon Tomorrow The event, held under the theme "The Republic of Korea Protected by Heroes, Shining in the World," is expected to be attended by approximately 1,000 people, including war veterans, the younger generation, key government and military officials, and diplomatic envoys from countries that participated in the war. SBS Jun 24, 2026 10:34 AM

UNC Issues Fact Sheet Stating North Korea's Activities Do Not Violate Armistice, Directly Contradicting South Korea's Stance The United Nations Command issued a fact sheet on Wednesday, explaining in detail its position that North Korea's recent work to turn the Military Demarcation Line into a border does not violate the Armistice Agreement. SBS Jun 24, 2026 10:22 AM

National Petition for Impeachment of Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-baek Approaches 150,000 Signatures; PPP Demands Dismissal According to the National Assembly's public petition website, 145,572 people have signed the petition, which was posted on June 18. SBS Jun 24, 2026 10:19 AM

Jung Chung-rae Resigns as Party Leader; Expected to Seek Re-election Democratic Party Leader Jung Chung-rae resigned from his post today . The move is seen as a step to prepare for a bid for a consecutive term as party leader in the upcoming national convention scheduled for August 17. SBS Jun 24, 2026 10:15 AM

Democratic Party Leader Jung Chung-rae Announces Surprise Resignation; What Comes Next? Jung Chung-rae, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, has announced his surprise resignation. SBS Jun 24, 2026 10:11 AM

North Korea Holds Commissioning Ceremony for Destroyer 'Choe Hyon'... Kim Jong-un Calls It "First Destroyer in Army-Building History, First Page of Maritime Sovereignty" The Korean Central News Agency reported that the commissioning ceremony for the Choe Hyon was held yesterday at Nampo Port on the West Sea, with General Secretary Kim Jong-un in attendance. SBS Jun 24, 2026 9:27 AM

Song Young-gil Discusses Presidential Bid with President Lee; Plans Unification with PM Kim in Three-Way Race Former Democratic Party leader Song Young-gil told President Lee during a dinner meeting that he plans to "go into the race as part of a three-way structure and eventually unify with Prime Minister Kim Min-seok, creating a result where converge in the runoff," according to Democratic Party lawmaker Park Jie-won on Wednesday . SBS Jun 24, 2026 8:53 AM