[Korea.net News, Culture / Events, February 21 2008] Korean singer/producer launches U.S. concert tour
Singer-cum-producer Park Jin-young said Feb. 20 (New York time) he would expand his upcoming "JYP Tour" to the level of Asian music festival.
Park, who owns the Korea-based talent agency JYP Entertainment, held a press conference at the Marriott Marquis Hotel at Madison Square Garden before launching his concert tour that is scheduled to start at the WaMu theater, New York on Feb. 29.
Sunday, April 06, 2008
[Korea.net News, Culture / Events, February 21 2008] Marketing to highlight Seoul as filming location
One of the reasons that Seoul remains a relatively unvisited tourist estination despite its rapid rise to prominence over the past few decades is because most people never get to see what the city is like unless they actually come here.
To overcome such an obstacle, the capital city last year launched the "Seoul Location Incentive Program," a plan to encourage the creation of foreign movies and so on right here in the city by partially paying for expenses.
Seoul is having some success in attracting films and documentaries that are jointly produced by Koreans and visitors. This is partly thanks to the heightened interest in Korean films abroad which began around 2003-2004.
One of the reasons that Seoul remains a relatively unvisited tourist estination despite its rapid rise to prominence over the past few decades is because most people never get to see what the city is like unless they actually come here.
To overcome such an obstacle, the capital city last year launched the "Seoul Location Incentive Program," a plan to encourage the creation of foreign movies and so on right here in the city by partially paying for expenses.
Seoul is having some success in attracting films and documentaries that are jointly produced by Koreans and visitors. This is partly thanks to the heightened interest in Korean films abroad which began around 2003-2004.
[Korea.net News, Economy / Industry, March 31 2008] Gov't to help convergence of IT and key industry sectors
The government said Monday (Mar. 31) that it plans to invest 70.6 billion won ($71.2 million) this year to help the convergence of key industries with the information technology (IT) sector.
The money, which will be spent on 31 different projects, will cover automobiles, shipbuilding, construction, medical and national defense, the Ministry of Knowledge Economy said.
The government said Monday (Mar. 31) that it plans to invest 70.6 billion won ($71.2 million) this year to help the convergence of key industries with the information technology (IT) sector.
The money, which will be spent on 31 different projects, will cover automobiles, shipbuilding, construction, medical and national defense, the Ministry of Knowledge Economy said.
[Korea.net News, Economy / Industry, March 25 2008] KT to extend trans-Pacific cable to Japan
KT Corp., Korea’s biggest fixed-line operator, said Tuesday (Mar. 25) it plans to extend its ongoing trans-Pacific undersea cable construction project to Japan.
A KT-led international consortium and a U.S. telecommunications company, Tyco Telecommunications Ltd., signed a deal in late 2006 to build an 18,000-kilometer underwater cable linking South Korea, China and Taiwan with the U.S. to meet the growing demand for trans-Pacific Internet services.
KT Corp., Korea’s biggest fixed-line operator, said Tuesday (Mar. 25) it plans to extend its ongoing trans-Pacific undersea cable construction project to Japan.
A KT-led international consortium and a U.S. telecommunications company, Tyco Telecommunications Ltd., signed a deal in late 2006 to build an 18,000-kilometer underwater cable linking South Korea, China and Taiwan with the U.S. to meet the growing demand for trans-Pacific Internet services.
[Korea.net News, Economy / Industry, March 22 2008] Samsung to invest 215 bil. won in LCD plant
Samsung Electronics Co., a South Korean electronics giant, plans to invest 214.7 billion won ($214 million) to build a liquid crystal display (LCD) plant, the company said in a regulatory filing on Friday (Mar. 21).
The investment is most likely to be made in its plant operated jointly with Sony Corp., located south of Seoul in Tangjeong, according to industry watchers. The company did not give further details.
Samsung Electronics Co., a South Korean electronics giant, plans to invest 214.7 billion won ($214 million) to build a liquid crystal display (LCD) plant, the company said in a regulatory filing on Friday (Mar. 21).
The investment is most likely to be made in its plant operated jointly with Sony Corp., located south of Seoul in Tangjeong, according to industry watchers. The company did not give further details.
[Korea.net News, Economy / Industry, March 19 2008] 100 entrepreneurs picked for presidential hotline
Cheong Wa Dae, the presidential office, said Wednesday (Mar. 19) that it has selected 100 entrepreneurs eligible to directly call President Lee Myung-bak 24 hours a day over business difficulties.
"Lee will this week open a hotline cell phone solely for entrepreneurs as part of his drive to enhance corporate investment and competitiveness. Cheong Wa Dae has picked about 100 entrepreneurs who will be allowed access to the presidential hotline," the office said in a press release.
Cheong Wa Dae, the presidential office, said Wednesday (Mar. 19) that it has selected 100 entrepreneurs eligible to directly call President Lee Myung-bak 24 hours a day over business difficulties.
"Lee will this week open a hotline cell phone solely for entrepreneurs as part of his drive to enhance corporate investment and competitiveness. Cheong Wa Dae has picked about 100 entrepreneurs who will be allowed access to the presidential hotline," the office said in a press release.
[Korea.net News, Economy / Industry, March 11 2008] Korea's e-learning market tops 1.7 tril. won
Korea’s e-learning market grew 6.8 percent on-year last year to 1.72 trillion won, fueled by sharp growth in user numbers, the government said Tuesday (March 11).
The Ministry of Knowledge Economy said a poll conducted among 1,000 people last year showed 40 percent of respondents saying they used e-learning systems, with average expenditure totaling 29,000 won per month. The total spent nationwide by private citizens reached 735.1 billion won.
E-learning is gaining popularity because people can use their Internet and other telecommunication equipment to study materials that are provided 24 hours a day. Most materials are designed to be interactive, providing instant feedback.
Among the users, 67.0 percent of those in the 6-19 age bracket said they used e-learning tools, indicating large-scale use among young people. This was followed by 50.7 percent for people in their 20s, a gain of 18.9 percent from 2006.
Korea’s e-learning market grew 6.8 percent on-year last year to 1.72 trillion won, fueled by sharp growth in user numbers, the government said Tuesday (March 11).
The Ministry of Knowledge Economy said a poll conducted among 1,000 people last year showed 40 percent of respondents saying they used e-learning systems, with average expenditure totaling 29,000 won per month. The total spent nationwide by private citizens reached 735.1 billion won.
E-learning is gaining popularity because people can use their Internet and other telecommunication equipment to study materials that are provided 24 hours a day. Most materials are designed to be interactive, providing instant feedback.
Among the users, 67.0 percent of those in the 6-19 age bracket said they used e-learning tools, indicating large-scale use among young people. This was followed by 50.7 percent for people in their 20s, a gain of 18.9 percent from 2006.
[Korea.net News, Economy / Industry, March 9 2008] LG Electronics inks tie-up deal with Saudi firm
Korean electronics giant LG Electronics Inc. said Sunday (Mar. 9) it has signed a business alliance agreement with a Saudi Arabian company in an effort to tap the Middle Eastern car audio and video market.Under the deal, LG Electronics will provide Ahmad Ali Badghaish Electronics Co. with car audio and video systems, the South Korean company said.
Korean electronics giant LG Electronics Inc. said Sunday (Mar. 9) it has signed a business alliance agreement with a Saudi Arabian company in an effort to tap the Middle Eastern car audio and video market.Under the deal, LG Electronics will provide Ahmad Ali Badghaish Electronics Co. with car audio and video systems, the South Korean company said.
[Korea.net News, Economy / Industry, March 5 2008] Seoul to boost semiconductor equipment export
The Korean government said Wednesday (Mar. 5) that it plans to actively promote the export of semiconductor manufacturing equipment by arranging direct talks between local producers and foreign users.
The Ministry of Knowledge Economy said it will invite purchasing representatives from companies such as Intel Corp., Advanced Micro Devices and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company so Korean companies can show off their equipment.
The Korean government said Wednesday (Mar. 5) that it plans to actively promote the export of semiconductor manufacturing equipment by arranging direct talks between local producers and foreign users.
The Ministry of Knowledge Economy said it will invite purchasing representatives from companies such as Intel Corp., Advanced Micro Devices and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company so Korean companies can show off their equipment.
[Korea.net News, Economy / Industry, March 4 2008] Tech institute develops new touchscreen, mouse
A state-run research laboratory said Tuesday (Mar. 4) that it has developed an ultra-small touchscreen and computer mouse that could impact devices such as mobile phones and MP3 players.
The Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science (KRISS) said once perfected, the new device could allow people to write and use a mouse on very small screens, and create screens that are curved.
Curved screens could revolutionize the design of mobile devices including mobile phones.
The technology derived from artificial skin sensors could also allow displays to process three-dimension inputs depending on the pressure exerted on the screen by the hand.
KRISS said it signed a commercial contract with a Korean company to transfer the technology.
A state-run research laboratory said Tuesday (Mar. 4) that it has developed an ultra-small touchscreen and computer mouse that could impact devices such as mobile phones and MP3 players.
The Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science (KRISS) said once perfected, the new device could allow people to write and use a mouse on very small screens, and create screens that are curved.
Curved screens could revolutionize the design of mobile devices including mobile phones.
The technology derived from artificial skin sensors could also allow displays to process three-dimension inputs depending on the pressure exerted on the screen by the hand.
KRISS said it signed a commercial contract with a Korean company to transfer the technology.
[Korea.net News, Economy / Industry, February 19 2008] Samsung stays world's No. 1 TV maker
Korean electronics giant Samsung Electronics beat its rivals to become the largest TV maker in the world in 2007, a market researcher said Tuesday (Feb. 19).
According to DisplaySearch, Samsung Electronics ranked first in terms of the number of products sold last year by claiming 13.6 percent of the global market.
Korean electronics giant Samsung Electronics beat its rivals to become the largest TV maker in the world in 2007, a market researcher said Tuesday (Feb. 19).
According to DisplaySearch, Samsung Electronics ranked first in terms of the number of products sold last year by claiming 13.6 percent of the global market.
[Korea.net News, Economy / Industry, February 17 2008] SK Telecom to tap China's telematics market
Korea’s top mobile phone carrier SK Telecom Co. said Sunday (Feb. 17) it has bought a Chinese Global Positioning System (GPS) service provider in order to tap the Chinese telematics market.
SK Telecom said it bought a controlling 65.5-percent stake in Shenzhen E-eye High Tech Co. for 13.9 billion won ($14.7 million), putting it under its holding company in China, SK Telecom China Holding Co.
"The purchase has opened the way for SK telecom to advance into the Chinese market with its telematics technology and know-how," said Lee Suk-hwan, president of SK Telecom China Holding.
Korea’s top mobile phone carrier SK Telecom Co. said Sunday (Feb. 17) it has bought a Chinese Global Positioning System (GPS) service provider in order to tap the Chinese telematics market.
SK Telecom said it bought a controlling 65.5-percent stake in Shenzhen E-eye High Tech Co. for 13.9 billion won ($14.7 million), putting it under its holding company in China, SK Telecom China Holding Co.
"The purchase has opened the way for SK telecom to advance into the Chinese market with its telematics technology and know-how," said Lee Suk-hwan, president of SK Telecom China Holding.
[Korea.net News, Economy / Industry, February 15 2008] Merck to set up research center in Korea
Merck KGaA, the German maker of liquid crystals used in flat-panel televisions, said Friday (Feb. 15) it will open a research and development center in Korea as the company strives to meet the nation’s increasing demand for crystals.
Merck will spend 14 billion won ($14.8 million) to open the center in Poseung, 70 kilometers south of Seoul, where its plant is located, the company’s Korean unit said in a statement.
Merck KGaA, the German maker of liquid crystals used in flat-panel televisions, said Friday (Feb. 15) it will open a research and development center in Korea as the company strives to meet the nation’s increasing demand for crystals.
Merck will spend 14 billion won ($14.8 million) to open the center in Poseung, 70 kilometers south of Seoul, where its plant is located, the company’s Korean unit said in a statement.
[Korea.net News, Economy / Industry, February 12 2008] LG.Philips LCD plans to change name
LG.Philips LCD Co., a leading global flat panel maker, said Tuesday (Feb. 12) it plans to change its name to reflect its newly envisioned business model.
The company said it expects to receive approval at its shareholders’ meeting on Feb. 29 to change its name to LG Display Co., to reflect its goal to diversify its business model from the current liquid crystal display-oriented one to one that includes the production of flexible displays and OLED screens.
LG.Philips LCD Co., a leading global flat panel maker, said Tuesday (Feb. 12) it plans to change its name to reflect its newly envisioned business model.
The company said it expects to receive approval at its shareholders’ meeting on Feb. 29 to change its name to LG Display Co., to reflect its goal to diversify its business model from the current liquid crystal display-oriented one to one that includes the production of flexible displays and OLED screens.
[Korea.net News, Economy / Industry, February 12 2008] IBM to set up R&D center in Korea: Lee's aide
IBM Chairman & CEO Samuel Palmisano said Tuesday (Feb. 12) that the U.S.-based multinational company will consider setting up a research and development center in Korea’s science business belt to be built by the incoming government.
Palmisano made the remark during his meeting with President-elect Lee Myung-bak at the latter’s office in Seoul, according to Lee’s spokesperson, Joo Ho-young.
IBM Chairman & CEO Samuel Palmisano said Tuesday (Feb. 12) that the U.S.-based multinational company will consider setting up a research and development center in Korea’s science business belt to be built by the incoming government.
Palmisano made the remark during his meeting with President-elect Lee Myung-bak at the latter’s office in Seoul, according to Lee’s spokesperson, Joo Ho-young.
[Korea.net News, Foreign Relations, April 5 2008] Korea's IT technology supports Egypt
UP-to-date medical service is now available at Egypt’s national hospital thanks to Korea’s support. The Korea International Cooperation Agency last year began the operation of the electronic medical record (EMR) system at Egypt’s Nasser Institute Hospital.
UP-to-date medical service is now available at Egypt’s national hospital thanks to Korea’s support. The Korea International Cooperation Agency last year began the operation of the electronic medical record (EMR) system at Egypt’s Nasser Institute Hospital.
[Korea.net News, Foreign Relations, April 5 2008] Korea's IT technology supports Egypt
UP-to-date medical service is now available at Egypt’s national hospital thanks to Korea’s support. The Korea International Cooperation Agency last year began the operation of the electronic medical record (EMR) system at Egypt’s Nasser Institute Hospital.
UP-to-date medical service is now available at Egypt’s national hospital thanks to Korea’s support. The Korea International Cooperation Agency last year began the operation of the electronic medical record (EMR) system at Egypt’s Nasser Institute Hospital.
[Korea.net News, Foreign Relations, February 15 2008] Seoul, Washington agree to boost information exchange
South Korea and the United States signed an agreement Friday (Feb. 15) that will help boost cooperation between their militaries in information and communication technologies, the Defense Ministry said.
The agreement was signed by South Korea’s Choi Kwang-sup, head of the Defense Ministry’s resource management headquarters, and John G. Grimes, assistant secretary of defense for networks and information integration.
South Korea and the United States signed an agreement Friday (Feb. 15) that will help boost cooperation between their militaries in information and communication technologies, the Defense Ministry said.
The agreement was signed by South Korea’s Choi Kwang-sup, head of the Defense Ministry’s resource management headquarters, and John G. Grimes, assistant secretary of defense for networks and information integration.
[Korea.net News, Nation, February 28 2008] Koreans to get e-passports
Korea is to issue electronic passports in the latter half of this year. The decision comes as an electronic passport revision bill was passed by the National Assembly Tuesday (Feb. 26).
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade said the new passports feature enhanced security, and the purpose of the new ID is to prevent counterfeit passports from being used in international crimes and terrorism, as well as for illegal entry.
Korea is to issue electronic passports in the latter half of this year. The decision comes as an electronic passport revision bill was passed by the National Assembly Tuesday (Feb. 26).
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade said the new passports feature enhanced security, and the purpose of the new ID is to prevent counterfeit passports from being used in international crimes and terrorism, as well as for illegal entry.
[Korea.net News, Nation, February 18 2008] Maglev train line for Seoul proposed
A magnetic levitation train line linking a futuristic international business district in downtown Seoul with a new urban development project in the city’s outskirts has been proposed, industry sources said Sunday (Feb. 17).
A magnetic levitation train line linking a futuristic international business district in downtown Seoul with a new urban development project in the city’s outskirts has been proposed, industry sources said Sunday (Feb. 17).
[Korea.net News, Government Press Releases, March 31 2008] Korea-France Joint Statement on the Outcome of the Digitalization Project for the Oe-kyujanggak Archives
1. The Korean and French governments started the digitalization project of 30 volumes of Oe-kyujanggak archives located in the France National Library (BNF) in May 2007 and completed the process early this year.
2. Due to highly sophisticated technique and close cooperation between the two countries needed in the digitalization process, the Korean government sent delegations to France twice to test and discuss over the process of digitalization with the French engineering team.
3. The digitalized archives were delivered to the Korean side on March 14, 2008 in Paris. The Korean and the French governments will post the digitalized archives on the websites of the Korean Cultural Heritage Administration and the BNF at the end of April for public access.
1. The Korean and French governments started the digitalization project of 30 volumes of Oe-kyujanggak archives located in the France National Library (BNF) in May 2007 and completed the process early this year.
2. Due to highly sophisticated technique and close cooperation between the two countries needed in the digitalization process, the Korean government sent delegations to France twice to test and discuss over the process of digitalization with the French engineering team.
3. The digitalized archives were delivered to the Korean side on March 14, 2008 in Paris. The Korean and the French governments will post the digitalized archives on the websites of the Korean Cultural Heritage Administration and the BNF at the end of April for public access.
[Korea.net News, Government Press Releases, March 19 2008] Hotline to be installed between the President and business leaders
A hotline will be set up this week for about 100 business leaders so they can call President Lee Myung-bak anytime round the clock.
In step with President Lee's "Business Friendly" policy, the hotline is expected to serve as a channel of communications between Cheong Wa Dae and business leaders so that the President will be able to hear directly from them about their needs and concerns.
The Office of the Senior Secretary to the President for Economic Policy will select users of the hotline from a list of recommended institutions. In doing so, it will take into account several factors, including type of business, balance in terms of size and the state of management. More specifically, the list of hotline users will include 39 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), 33 business organizations and associations, 17 financial institutions, eight conglomerates and five research institutes.
A hotline will be set up this week for about 100 business leaders so they can call President Lee Myung-bak anytime round the clock.
In step with President Lee's "Business Friendly" policy, the hotline is expected to serve as a channel of communications between Cheong Wa Dae and business leaders so that the President will be able to hear directly from them about their needs and concerns.
The Office of the Senior Secretary to the President for Economic Policy will select users of the hotline from a list of recommended institutions. In doing so, it will take into account several factors, including type of business, balance in terms of size and the state of management. More specifically, the list of hotline users will include 39 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), 33 business organizations and associations, 17 financial institutions, eight conglomerates and five research institutes.
[Korea.net News, Government Press Releases, February 26 2008] Revised Bill of Passport Act Passed by the National Assembly
1. The Revised Bill of Passport Act featuring the introduction of electronic passports (e-passports) was passed at the National Assembly on February 26.
2. Ever since establishing the Committee for the Introduction of Electronic Passports in April 2006, the Korean government has pursued for over 2 years to revise the Passport Act to introduce electronic passports recommended by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
1. The Revised Bill of Passport Act featuring the introduction of electronic passports (e-passports) was passed at the National Assembly on February 26.
2. Ever since establishing the Committee for the Introduction of Electronic Passports in April 2006, the Korean government has pursued for over 2 years to revise the Passport Act to introduce electronic passports recommended by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
Tuesday, April 01, 2008
[The Chosun Ilbo, April 1 2008] Chosun Ilbo to Sponsor Young Artists’ Festival
The old Seoul Station will get a new injection of life in the form of an art festival. The Chosun Ilbo and the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism will host the Asian Students and Young Artists Art Festival there from Aug. 6 to 17.
The old Seoul Station will get a new injection of life in the form of an art festival. The Chosun Ilbo and the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism will host the Asian Students and Young Artists Art Festival there from Aug. 6 to 17.
[The Chosun Ilbo, April 1 2008] Foreign Affairs Ministry Begins Issuing E-Passports
The Foreign Ministry began issuing Korea's first-ever electronic passports on this Monday. The so-called e-passport contains a microchip that holds the passport holder's personal information.
Officials say that embedding the chip in the passport will prevent forgeries and satisfy a key reirement for joining the U.S. Visa Waiver Program.
The Foreign Ministry began issuing Korea's first-ever electronic passports on this Monday. The so-called e-passport contains a microchip that holds the passport holder's personal information.
Officials say that embedding the chip in the passport will prevent forgeries and satisfy a key reirement for joining the U.S. Visa Waiver Program.
[The Chosun Ilbo, March 31 2008] 3-D Technology to Create Virtual Monument
The Graduate School of Culture Technology of the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology said Sunday that it will use digital technology to build a virtual version of the Sungnyemun. The nation's no. 1 national treasure, more commonly known as Namdaemun, was destroyed in a fire last month. A three-dimensional digital reproduction will enable the public to experience and learn about the treasure in detail.
The technology is designed to help restore cultural assets. For existing cultural assets that need restoration, such as the Seokguram Grotto, an ancient hermitage in Gyeongju, it creates 3-D data by beaming lasers onto the item. For treasures whose original forms were destroyed, such as the nine-story wooden pagoda of Hwangryongsa Temple from the Shilla Dynasty, it fills out the original form based on excavated corner stones and tiles. Both methods will be used for the Sungnyemun, since parts of it survived the fire. The school will announce details of plan after a second meeting of experts.
The Graduate School of Culture Technology of the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology said Sunday that it will use digital technology to build a virtual version of the Sungnyemun. The nation's no. 1 national treasure, more commonly known as Namdaemun, was destroyed in a fire last month. A three-dimensional digital reproduction will enable the public to experience and learn about the treasure in detail.
The technology is designed to help restore cultural assets. For existing cultural assets that need restoration, such as the Seokguram Grotto, an ancient hermitage in Gyeongju, it creates 3-D data by beaming lasers onto the item. For treasures whose original forms were destroyed, such as the nine-story wooden pagoda of Hwangryongsa Temple from the Shilla Dynasty, it fills out the original form based on excavated corner stones and tiles. Both methods will be used for the Sungnyemun, since parts of it survived the fire. The school will announce details of plan after a second meeting of experts.
[The Chosun Ilbo, March 31 2008] E-Passports to Be Issued on Trial Basis
The government will begin issuing electronic passports for diplomats and government officials on a trial basis from March 31. The issuance of e-passports is a precondition to joining the U.S. Visa Waiver Program. E-passports will be available for the general public starting around August.
President Lee Myung-bak, who is traveling to the U.S. next month on his first overseas trip since his inauguration, will reportedly carry an e-passport in an effort to persuade the U.S. to include South Korea in the VWP.
The back cover of the e-passport contains an embedded microchip that carries the holder's basic personal information, including date of birth and his or her facial information. This makes the back cover of the e-passport a little thicker than that of conventional passports, but otherwise there is almost no difference in the outward appearance between the two. From 2010, the e-passport will also carry the holder's fingerprint information.
The government will begin issuing electronic passports for diplomats and government officials on a trial basis from March 31. The issuance of e-passports is a precondition to joining the U.S. Visa Waiver Program. E-passports will be available for the general public starting around August.
President Lee Myung-bak, who is traveling to the U.S. next month on his first overseas trip since his inauguration, will reportedly carry an e-passport in an effort to persuade the U.S. to include South Korea in the VWP.
The back cover of the e-passport contains an embedded microchip that carries the holder's basic personal information, including date of birth and his or her facial information. This makes the back cover of the e-passport a little thicker than that of conventional passports, but otherwise there is almost no difference in the outward appearance between the two. From 2010, the e-passport will also carry the holder's fingerprint information.
[The Chosun Ilbo, March 28 2008] Police Plan to Install GPS in All Cell Phones
Christmas Eve, 2007, two young girls aged 10 and eight disappeared from their neighborhood in Anyang city, Gyeonggi Province. Three months later the body of at least one girl was found on a nearby mountain and pieces of the other girl's body in a nearby lake.
The brutal murder was committed by a neighbor who lived some 130 m from their homes. Investigations are ongoing with more charges from past cases involving the murderer coming to light. And with it, the nation's police are being scrutinized for incompetence.
In response on Wednesday the National Police Agency announced its plan to install GPS or Global Positioning System on all cell phones nationwide while introducing Radio Frequency Identification Tags.
Under the current law, the police do not have access to phone GPS and they say this law needs to be revised. Only 20 percent of the nation's mobile phone users have GPS installed, making it difficult for the police to track the location of people while they are being abducted.
Christmas Eve, 2007, two young girls aged 10 and eight disappeared from their neighborhood in Anyang city, Gyeonggi Province. Three months later the body of at least one girl was found on a nearby mountain and pieces of the other girl's body in a nearby lake.
The brutal murder was committed by a neighbor who lived some 130 m from their homes. Investigations are ongoing with more charges from past cases involving the murderer coming to light. And with it, the nation's police are being scrutinized for incompetence.
In response on Wednesday the National Police Agency announced its plan to install GPS or Global Positioning System on all cell phones nationwide while introducing Radio Frequency Identification Tags.
Under the current law, the police do not have access to phone GPS and they say this law needs to be revised. Only 20 percent of the nation's mobile phone users have GPS installed, making it difficult for the police to track the location of people while they are being abducted.
[The Chosun Ilbo, March 26 2008] Chosun Ilbo’s Border Film Screened at U.S. State Dept
U.S. State Department officials on Monday watched a segment of "On The Border", a documentary on North Korean refugees produced by the Chosun Ilbo as part of its global cross-media program. The film was shown at the request of the U.S. State Department's Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration and watched by some dozen officials involved in the North Korean refugee issue.
The segment they watched contained scenes of a North Korean woman sold to China across the Duman (or Tumen) River for W46,000 (US$1=W977), a North Korean drug dealer crossing the river naked, and the suffering of North Korean women suffering hardships after being sold to Chinese men.
U.S. State Department officials on Monday watched a segment of "On The Border", a documentary on North Korean refugees produced by the Chosun Ilbo as part of its global cross-media program. The film was shown at the request of the U.S. State Department's Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration and watched by some dozen officials involved in the North Korean refugee issue.
The segment they watched contained scenes of a North Korean woman sold to China across the Duman (or Tumen) River for W46,000 (US$1=W977), a North Korean drug dealer crossing the river naked, and the suffering of North Korean women suffering hardships after being sold to Chinese men.
[The Chosun Ilbo, March 26 2008] New Samsung Phone Offers Touch Feedback
Samsung Electronics on Tuesday unveiled a new digital mobile phone with a display that offers sense of touch, or haptic, feedback.
When turning up the volume on the touch-screen, for example, the user feels and hears the "clicks" of a dial being turned. Called the Anycall Haptic SCH-W420, it features 22 different kinds of vibrations that users can choose from.
The multimedia phone also features a customizable menu screen, a digital broadcast TV receiver and a 2-megapixel camera. The gadget is priced at some W700,000 (US$1=W977).
Samsung Electronics on Tuesday unveiled a new digital mobile phone with a display that offers sense of touch, or haptic, feedback.
When turning up the volume on the touch-screen, for example, the user feels and hears the "clicks" of a dial being turned. Called the Anycall Haptic SCH-W420, it features 22 different kinds of vibrations that users can choose from.
The multimedia phone also features a customizable menu screen, a digital broadcast TV receiver and a 2-megapixel camera. The gadget is priced at some W700,000 (US$1=W977).
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