Han Kang Wins First Nobel Prize in Literature for Korea

Oct 18, 2024

Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST), YU In Chon, expressed his congratulations and encouragement to Han Kang, the first Korean author to win the Nobel Prize in Literature, during the 38th Book Day ceremony on October 11 (Friday).

"Korea Stage Festa" Welcomes Performance Art Professionals

Oct 14, 2024

Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism (MCST), YU In Chon, attended the “2024 Korea Stage Festa (KSF)” welcome event at the National Theater of Korea on Oct. 11 (Fri), to show his support for the performance arts professionals and field their opinions on the current state of play in the industry.

Selection of Winners and Awards on the 578th Anniversary of Hangeul Day

Oct 11, 2024

In celebration of the 578th anniversary of Hangeul Day, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister YU In Chon, MCST) presented awards to the winners of the Sejong Culture Award and individuals who have made distinguished contributions to the promotion of Hangeul. This year, three individuals and one organization received the Sejong Culture Award, while thirteen individuals and two organizations were awarded for their distinguished service in promoting Hangeul. In addition, the Okgwan Order of Cultural Merit was awarded to one individual, the Hwagwan Order of Cultural Merit to another, Cultural Merit Medals to two, Presidential Citations to five individuals and two organizations, and Prime Minister’s Citations to four individuals.

Over 10,000 Foreign Tourists to Enjoy an Autumn Trip to Korea with K-Culture

Oct 10, 2024

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister YU In Chon, MCST) in collaboration with the Korea Tourism Organization (Acting President SEO Young Choong, KTO) hosted the 2024 K-Link Festival on October 5, 6:00 PM at the Inspire Resort Arena in Incheon in celebration of the 2023-2024 Visit Korea Year.

2024 Hangeul Week: ‘Are You Okay?! Hangeul’

Oct 10, 2024

In celebration of the 578th anniversary of the creation of Hangeul, the Korean alphabet, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister YU In Chon, MCST) hosted 2024 Hangeul Week under the theme “Are You OK?! Hangeul” from October 4 to 10 at multiple locations, including Gwanghwamun Square (October 4–5) and the National Hangeul Museum (October 4–10). This year’s event reflected on the current state of Hangeul, often neglected due to indiscriminate and excessive use of foreign languages, abbreviations, and neologisms, and aim to rediscover the meaning of Hangeul, while featuring various cultural events that allow participants to experience the value of this precious cultural asset.