[Korea.net News, Government Press Releases, June 12 2007] IPI urged to keep objectivity
Cheong Wa Dae on June 12 rebutted a letter by the International Press Institute (IPI) criticizing the Korean Government's initiative to streamline the existing support system for reporters' news-gathering practices. The following is the full text of the rebuttal written by Secretary for Overseas Communications Oh Young-jin, a copy of which was sent to the IPI Secretariat.
Friday, July 06, 2007
[Korea.net News, Government Press Releases, June 10 2007] President calls for higher quality of press and politics
[Korea.net News, Government Press Releases, June 7 2007] Open letter from President Roh Moo-hyun to civil servants
Reform of Traditional Reporters’ Rooms in Government Agencies Is Essential To Joining the Ranks of Advanced Countries:
There Are Reasons Why Reporters’ Rooms Must Be Reformed
The Decision Was Made After Long Contemplation
Higher Quality of Press Enhances National Competitiveness
Reporters’ Rooms: No Panacea for the Public’s Right to Know
Freedom of Information and Reform of the Traditional Reporters’ Rooms Are Two Separate Issues
Good Stories Can Be Produced When Two Sides Respect Each Other
The Current Reform Move Will Succeed
The Government, Too, Has to Enhance the Quality of Policy and Public Relations Standards
The Task Is Relevant to Civil Servants in Particular
Reform of Traditional Reporters’ Rooms in Government Agencies Is Essential To Joining the Ranks of Advanced Countries:
There Are Reasons Why Reporters’ Rooms Must Be Reformed
The Decision Was Made After Long Contemplation
Higher Quality of Press Enhances National Competitiveness
Reporters’ Rooms: No Panacea for the Public’s Right to Know
Freedom of Information and Reform of the Traditional Reporters’ Rooms Are Two Separate Issues
Good Stories Can Be Produced When Two Sides Respect Each Other
The Current Reform Move Will Succeed
The Government, Too, Has to Enhance the Quality of Policy and Public Relations Standards
The Task Is Relevant to Civil Servants in Particular
[Korea.net News, Government Press Releases, June 7 2007] Statement by H.E. Song Min-soon at the ACD Foreign Ministers' Meeting, 'Chair's Statement'
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Seoul IT Declaration: Promoting IT Development and Bridging the Digital Divide 1. Ministers adopted the Seoul IT Declaration, aimed at promoting IT development among member countries and addressing the issue of the digital divide in Asia.
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Official ACD Website and Publication: 7. Ministers expressed gratitude to Thailand for its lead in the renovation of the ACD official website (www.acddialogue.com) and agreed to provide regular assistance to Thailand in updating the country information displayed on the website. Ministers also welcomed the launching of the ACD "e-News" publication and expressed hope that the quarterly would further engender effective communication among member countries.
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Seoul IT Declaration: Promoting IT Development and Bridging the Digital Divide 1. Ministers adopted the Seoul IT Declaration, aimed at promoting IT development among member countries and addressing the issue of the digital divide in Asia.
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Official ACD Website and Publication: 7. Ministers expressed gratitude to Thailand for its lead in the renovation of the ACD official website (www.acddialogue.com) and agreed to provide regular assistance to Thailand in updating the country information displayed on the website. Ministers also welcomed the launching of the ACD "e-News" publication and expressed hope that the quarterly would further engender effective communication among member countries.
[Korea.net News, Government Press Release, June 7 2007] Statement by H.E. Song Min-soon at the ACD Foreign Ministers'Meeting 'Seoul IT Declaration'
[The Chosun Ilbo, July 6 2007] New Phone System for Seniors Can Detect Falls
The Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute said on Thursday it has developed a mobile phone system for elderly people that can sense if they have fallen and inform family and medical providers.
The Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute said on Thursday it has developed a mobile phone system for elderly people that can sense if they have fallen and inform family and medical providers.
[The Chosun Ilbo, July 6 2007] Pres. Candidates Call for Mobile Phone Voting System
Pro-Roh presidential candidates from the progressive camp have suggested using a mobile phone voting system for a progressive camp primary.
Former Prime Ministers Lee Hae-chan and Han Myeong-sook made the proposal at a meeting with other presidential contenders Sohn Hak-kyu, the former Gyeonggi Province Governor, and Chung Dong-young, the former ruling Uri Party chairman. Sohn and Chung, however, said that technical issues would have to be solved before it could work.
Pro-Roh presidential candidates from the progressive camp have suggested using a mobile phone voting system for a progressive camp primary.
Former Prime Ministers Lee Hae-chan and Han Myeong-sook made the proposal at a meeting with other presidential contenders Sohn Hak-kyu, the former Gyeonggi Province Governor, and Chung Dong-young, the former ruling Uri Party chairman. Sohn and Chung, however, said that technical issues would have to be solved before it could work.
[The Chosun Ilbo, July 6 2007] Korean Wins Int'l Photojournalism Award
Korean photographer Jean Chung has won one of the six grand prizes at the International Photojournalism Festival of Perpignan in France. The 36-year-old freelance photographer has been touring famine and conflict sites around the world.
Korean photographer Jean Chung has won one of the six grand prizes at the International Photojournalism Festival of Perpignan in France. The 36-year-old freelance photographer has been touring famine and conflict sites around the world.
[The Chosun Ilbo, July 5 2007] KT Launches Upgraded Internet TV Service
Korea Telecom on Wednesday started its Mega TV service, an improved version of its Megapass TV Internet television service.
Internet TV is a next-gen broadcasting service that allows users to watch movies, dramas, sports and other programs over a high-speed Internet connection
Korea Telecom on Wednesday started its Mega TV service, an improved version of its Megapass TV Internet television service.
Internet TV is a next-gen broadcasting service that allows users to watch movies, dramas, sports and other programs over a high-speed Internet connection
[The Chosun Ilbo, July 5 2007] Lessons from the iPhone Frenzy
Even days after its release, American consumers are still gripped by iPhone fever. Apple outlets all over the U.S., including New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles, are still crowded with customers and the phone is selling like hot cakes.
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The more successful Apple becomes, the smaller ground there will be for Korea's cell phone makers. After scrutinizing the iPhone, Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics, which enjoy a 30 percent share of America's cell phone market, are scrambling to come up with competing products. "I think we underestimated the threat of the iPhone," said one worried Korean businessman. Korean cell phones are generally sturdier and have more features than their American rivals, but electronics don't always win because of their features. The iPhone has captivated the hearts of America's upper class, and this is the reason Korean businessmen are uneasy.
Even days after its release, American consumers are still gripped by iPhone fever. Apple outlets all over the U.S., including New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles, are still crowded with customers and the phone is selling like hot cakes.
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The more successful Apple becomes, the smaller ground there will be for Korea's cell phone makers. After scrutinizing the iPhone, Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics, which enjoy a 30 percent share of America's cell phone market, are scrambling to come up with competing products. "I think we underestimated the threat of the iPhone," said one worried Korean businessman. Korean cell phones are generally sturdier and have more features than their American rivals, but electronics don't always win because of their features. The iPhone has captivated the hearts of America's upper class, and this is the reason Korean businessmen are uneasy.
[The Chosun Ilbo, July 4 2007] Korean Handset Makers Responding to iPhone Challenge
Korea's cell phone makers are gearing up to launch counterattacks against Apple's iPhone, the New York Times reported on Monday.
Korean and Japanese cell phone manufacturers predict the iPhone with its Internet browser and innovative touch screen will open a new era of digital convergence, combining computers and cell phones.
Korea's cell phone makers are gearing up to launch counterattacks against Apple's iPhone, the New York Times reported on Monday.
Korean and Japanese cell phone manufacturers predict the iPhone with its Internet browser and innovative touch screen will open a new era of digital convergence, combining computers and cell phones.
[The Chosun Ilbo, July 4 2007] Netizens in Uproar Over Online Dog Meat Seller
Controversy has arisen over an online dog meat retailer. According to the city of Sungnam on Tuesday, written protests and appeals have been flooding the city's Internet message board since the online meat shop opened in April. Dozens of posts to the city's message board demand to know why authorities are turning a blind eye to the illegal sale of dog meat and urge the city to shut down the site.
Controversy has arisen over an online dog meat retailer. According to the city of Sungnam on Tuesday, written protests and appeals have been flooding the city's Internet message board since the online meat shop opened in April. Dozens of posts to the city's message board demand to know why authorities are turning a blind eye to the illegal sale of dog meat and urge the city to shut down the site.
[The Chosun Ilbo, July 4 2007] SK Telecom Allows Video Calls to Net Phones
SK Telecom will offer video conversations between mobile phones and Internet phones from Tuesday.
The service links SK Telecom's video phone subscribers with users of three Internet phone services -- SK Telink, SK Networks, and Telefree.
SK Telecom will offer video conversations between mobile phones and Internet phones from Tuesday.
The service links SK Telecom's video phone subscribers with users of three Internet phone services -- SK Telink, SK Networks, and Telefree.
[The Chosun Ilbo, July 4 2007] LG to Build Special YouTube Phone
LG Electronics has agreed to make a cell phone that can operate YouTube, the popular U.S.-based video sharing website.
LG Electronics has agreed to make a cell phone that can operate YouTube, the popular U.S.-based video sharing website.
[The Hankyoreh, July 4 2007] Journalists rush to join election campaigns
Reporters on the winning campaign could reap benefits, raising concerns
Before the campaign season for the upcoming presidential election gets into full swing, current and former heavyweight journalists are rushing to join the political campaigns of the leading presidential hopefuls.
Reporters on the winning campaign could reap benefits, raising concerns
Before the campaign season for the upcoming presidential election gets into full swing, current and former heavyweight journalists are rushing to join the political campaigns of the leading presidential hopefuls.
[The Hankyoreh, July 4 2007] New downloadable deivces bring the radio back
Internet radio encourages listener participation
Do you remember when ‘‘Video Killed the Radio Star’’? This song, released by the British pop band The Buggles in 1979, has come to symbolize the decline of radio and the rise of video, the Internet and other new media.
Radio as an old media has maintained its unique realm for the past 27 years, even though it has become caught up in the midst of new media. According to a survey conducted by Hankook Research, listener ratings in February and March was 35 percent compared to last year’s average of 32.6 percent.
Internet radio encourages listener participation
Do you remember when ‘‘Video Killed the Radio Star’’? This song, released by the British pop band The Buggles in 1979, has come to symbolize the decline of radio and the rise of video, the Internet and other new media.
Radio as an old media has maintained its unique realm for the past 27 years, even though it has become caught up in the midst of new media. According to a survey conducted by Hankook Research, listener ratings in February and March was 35 percent compared to last year’s average of 32.6 percent.
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
[The Chosun Ilbo, July 3 2007] New Consumers Changing How People Shop
Consumers are no longer just reacting to products and fashions handed to them by manufacturers, many have switched to become market leaders, prodding and pulling companies to produce the goods they want and need. LG Economic Research Institute analyzed the trend and has identified five new kinds of consumers.
Consumers are no longer just reacting to products and fashions handed to them by manufacturers, many have switched to become market leaders, prodding and pulling companies to produce the goods they want and need. LG Economic Research Institute analyzed the trend and has identified five new kinds of consumers.
[The Chosun Ilbo, July 3 2007] IPA President Hails Chosun Ilbo Reading Campaign
A campaign called "Turn Living Rooms into Libraries!" by the Chosun Ilbo and the Korean Publishers Association is attracting overseas attention. On Monday, Anna Maria Cabanellas (61), the president of the International Publishers Association, described the campaign as successful and “impressive." Cabanellas was speaking during a visit to Paris to choose UNESCO's World Book Capital for 2009.
A campaign called "Turn Living Rooms into Libraries!" by the Chosun Ilbo and the Korean Publishers Association is attracting overseas attention. On Monday, Anna Maria Cabanellas (61), the president of the International Publishers Association, described the campaign as successful and “impressive." Cabanellas was speaking during a visit to Paris to choose UNESCO's World Book Capital for 2009.
[The Chosun Ilbo, July 2 2007] iPhone Frenzy Sweeps U.S.
Apple’s new killer product, the iPhone, has hit the industry like a tornado. The U.S. went into iPhone frenzy last Friday, with images of eager customers queuing for their iPhone on the first day of sale carried in all the U.S. media. The iPhone essentially combines a cell phone with Apple’s successful MP3 player, and also has a touch screen. Some reporters hailed the phone in quasi-religious tones as "Designed by God" and "Jesus' Phone."
Apple’s new killer product, the iPhone, has hit the industry like a tornado. The U.S. went into iPhone frenzy last Friday, with images of eager customers queuing for their iPhone on the first day of sale carried in all the U.S. media. The iPhone essentially combines a cell phone with Apple’s successful MP3 player, and also has a touch screen. Some reporters hailed the phone in quasi-religious tones as "Designed by God" and "Jesus' Phone."
[The Chosun Ilbo, July 2 2007] Korean Navy to Launch Online Game Team
The Korean Navy on Sunday announced that it will form a team of video gamers dubbed "Aegis" to develop the talents of pro-gamers in the service.
The Korea e-Sports Association (KeSPA) said it expects to see gamers in Navy uniforms playing in Starcraft pro competitions in the second half of this year.
The Korean Navy on Sunday announced that it will form a team of video gamers dubbed "Aegis" to develop the talents of pro-gamers in the service.
The Korea e-Sports Association (KeSPA) said it expects to see gamers in Navy uniforms playing in Starcraft pro competitions in the second half of this year.
[The Chosun Ilbo, July 2 2007] Nat. Assembly to Help Revive Chip Industry
The National Assembly embarked on a mission to support the country's semiconductor industry by launching a business forum last Tuesday.
The biggest problem at hand is the heavy dependence on memory chips. While memory products take up only twenty percent of total semiconductor market in the world, they make up almost 90 percent of its Korean counterpart.
The National Assembly embarked on a mission to support the country's semiconductor industry by launching a business forum last Tuesday.
The biggest problem at hand is the heavy dependence on memory chips. While memory products take up only twenty percent of total semiconductor market in the world, they make up almost 90 percent of its Korean counterpart.
[The Chosun Ilbo, June 29 2007] Monster Movie Maker Wangles Huge U.S. Release
Shim Hyung-rae is about to return with a new science fiction blockbuster "D-War" as in "war of the dragons." Opening in Korea on Aug. 2, the movie will be released in the U.S. on Sept. 14.
Shim Hyung-rae is about to return with a new science fiction blockbuster "D-War" as in "war of the dragons." Opening in Korea on Aug. 2, the movie will be released in the U.S. on Sept. 14.
[The Chosun Ilbo, June 29 2007] Amateur Porn Website Busted
Police have arrested the operator of a pornographic website with some 10,000 members who shared obscene pictures of their wives or girlfriends. Police also booked 53 members of the website who they say uploaded obscene pictures.
Police have arrested the operator of a pornographic website with some 10,000 members who shared obscene pictures of their wives or girlfriends. Police also booked 53 members of the website who they say uploaded obscene pictures.
[The Chosun Ilbo, June 28 2007] New Rule Requires Netizens to Confirm Identities
Starting today, if you want to write a comment on Internet portals Naver or Daum, you'll have to verify your identity.
The Ministry of Information and Communication said on Wednesday that the country's top two Internet portal operators should implement a new identity verification system on Thursday, before the system is applied to a total of 35 online service providers by July 27.
Starting today, if you want to write a comment on Internet portals Naver or Daum, you'll have to verify your identity.
The Ministry of Information and Communication said on Wednesday that the country's top two Internet portal operators should implement a new identity verification system on Thursday, before the system is applied to a total of 35 online service providers by July 27.
[The Chosun Ilbo, June 28 2007] Samsung Builds Multi-Standard Mobile TV Chip
Samsung Electronics announced on Wednesday that it has developed a multi-standard mobile TV tuner chipset that supports the multiple digital mobile TV standards around the world.
Mobile TV is a service that allows you to watch television on the move, such as Korea's DMB.
Samsung Electronics announced on Wednesday that it has developed a multi-standard mobile TV tuner chipset that supports the multiple digital mobile TV standards around the world.
Mobile TV is a service that allows you to watch television on the move, such as Korea's DMB.
[The Chosun Ilbo, June 27 2007] Google Rated Most Attractive Foreign Company in Korea
Google Korea has been named the foreign company that most Koreans would like to work for. According to a survey of 2,150 job seekers by jobs company Career, Google Korea ranked first place as the preferred foreign employer, receiving 11.5 percent of the vote.
Google Korea has been named the foreign company that most Koreans would like to work for. According to a survey of 2,150 job seekers by jobs company Career, Google Korea ranked first place as the preferred foreign employer, receiving 11.5 percent of the vote.
[The Chosun Ilbo, June 27 2007] Incheon Named Test City for High-Tech Train
The port city of Incheon has been chosen as the test site for Korea's first magnetic levitation train project.
The port city of Incheon has been chosen as the test site for Korea's first magnetic levitation train project.
[The Chosun Ilbo, June 26 2007] The Specter of Illegal Eavesdropping
A revision of the Protection of Communication Secrets Act that would legalize the monitoring of cell phone conversations is a long-cherished dream of the National Intelligence Service. To permit mobile phone tapping since the 2005 eavesdropping scandal, the NIS has lobbied the legislature and the media as if its life depended on it. The service wants to do openly what it has been doing furtively. Unless cell phone conversations are monitored, the NIS claims, there are great big holes in counterterrorism and counter-espionage operations. In the investigation of the so-called 386 spy ring scandal last year, intelligence authorities complained of difficulties because they couldn’t legally listen in to mobile phone conversations.
A revision of the Protection of Communication Secrets Act that would legalize the monitoring of cell phone conversations is a long-cherished dream of the National Intelligence Service. To permit mobile phone tapping since the 2005 eavesdropping scandal, the NIS has lobbied the legislature and the media as if its life depended on it. The service wants to do openly what it has been doing furtively. Unless cell phone conversations are monitored, the NIS claims, there are great big holes in counterterrorism and counter-espionage operations. In the investigation of the so-called 386 spy ring scandal last year, intelligence authorities complained of difficulties because they couldn’t legally listen in to mobile phone conversations.
[The Chosun Ilbo, July 3 2007] IPA President Hails Chosun Ilbo Reading Campaign
A campaign called "Turn Living Rooms into Libraries!" by the Chosun Ilbo and the Korean Publishers Association is attracting overseas attention. On Monday, Anna Maria Cabanellas (61), the president of the International Publishers Association, described the campaign as successful and “impressive." Cabanellas was speaking during a visit to Paris to choose UNESCO's World Book Capital for 2009.
A campaign called "Turn Living Rooms into Libraries!" by the Chosun Ilbo and the Korean Publishers Association is attracting overseas attention. On Monday, Anna Maria Cabanellas (61), the president of the International Publishers Association, described the campaign as successful and “impressive." Cabanellas was speaking during a visit to Paris to choose UNESCO's World Book Capital for 2009.
[The Chosun Ilbo, June 26 2007] Watchdog Publishes Sexual Harassment Casebook
The National Human Rights Commission of Korea on Monday released a casebook that details 23 instances of sexual harassment.
The National Human Rights Commission of Korea on Monday released a casebook that details 23 instances of sexual harassment.
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