UNESCO in Busan: South Korea is hosting the UNESCO World Heritage Committee for the first time, with about 3,000 delegates expected over a 10-day session that will review site nominations and conservation status. Presidential pledge: President Lee Jae Myung used the opening to link cultural heritage protection with peace and prosperity, echoing Kim Koo’s independence vision. Crypto crackdown: South Korea’s Financial Supervisory Service has started formal sanctions proceedings against Dunamu, operator of Upbit, over a major wallet breach in November 2025, though the law’s lack of clear hacking penalties leaves outcomes uncertain. Won internationalization: Seoul plans an offshore won settlement system and FX rule easing so foreigners can hold and trade won-denominated assets through overseas institutions without Korean bank accounts. Samsung next week: Samsung is set to unveil foldables and smart glasses at Galaxy Unpacked in London, with expectations for a new “Ultra” foldable and AI-focused smart-glass features. Brand rankings: Brand Finance put Samsung Group’s brand value at $97.4B, ranking it eighth globally. Weather alert: Monsoon rain is forecast to return across much of Korea this week, with heavy downpours possible around Seoul and central regions. K-pop buzz: BLACKPINK’s Jennie sparked romance speculation after posting an Instagram Story with an unidentified man.