AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoHallyu Exports Boost: A new government-backed study says South Korea’s cultural wave is still accelerating, with 2025 exports from K-pop, dramas, games and more reaching about $18.98 billion—up 15.9% from 2024—led by a sharp jump in music exports. Visa Reform for Talent: Seoul also moved to make its digital nomad “workation” visa easier to get, relaxing income rules and extending maximum stay to three years, aiming to attract more remote workers. Markets Jolt on Iran, AI: Seoul stocks swung sharply as investors digested renewed U.S.-Iran tensions that pushed oil higher and added pressure to chip-linked AI trades; the KOSPI fell more than 5% in one session. Local Business Rescue: Banks announced support for Homeplus suppliers after the discount retailer’s rehabilitation was terminated, offering low-interest and emergency loans to partners. Seoul Life & Culture: The city plans hands-on art workshops at Jamsil Hangang Park, while a separate festival highlights North Korean defectors through music and cultural events.
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