The Growing Popularity and Diversification of Hallyu

Apr 08, 2025

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister YU In Chon, MCST) in collaboration with the Korean Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (President PARK Chang Sik, KOFICE), released the results of the 2025 Overseas Hallyu Survey (as of 2024), which highlights the usage and perception of Hallyu (also known as the Korean Wave) content overseas. In this year’s survey, the Philippines and Hong Kong were added to the survey target regions and the sample size was expanded from 700–1,600 to 700–2,100 per region.

Korea Expands Cruise Departures from Domestic Ports

Apr 03, 2025

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister YU In Chon, MCST) and the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries (Minister KANG Do Hyung, MOF), in collaboration with the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province (Governor OH Young Hun, Jeju) announced that Gangjeong Port in Jeju will officially begin operations as a “semi-home port” from May this year. Enabling passengers to board cruise vessels departing directly overseas, the initiative is a core element of the “Cruise Tourism Revitalization Plan” announced in June last year, and specifically aligns with its key strategy: “Proactive Development of Domestic Home and Semi-home Port Cruise Packages”.

Promote the Charms of Korea Together with Foreign Residents

Apr 03, 2025

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister YU In Chon, MCST), in collaboration with the Korea International Broadcasting Foundation (President KIM Tae Jeong, KIBT), plans to host “The Senses of K-Culture 2025: Flavors, Style and Relaxation,” a project featuring five events from April to October. In this project, foreigners residing in Korea will visit major K-culture spots and enjoy cultural experiences in Gimpo, Ganghwa and other locales, and share their experiences to promote the charms of Korea throughout the world.

“K-Copyright Guide to Choreographic Works” Set for Global Introduction

Apr 03, 2025

On April 3, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister YU In Chon, MCST) is set to announce the forthcoming release and global distribution of the “Guide to Copyright of Choreographic Works”, English edition, originally released in Korean on December 23, 2024.

Opening of Ten DMZ Themed Routes Offers Unique Opportunities for Security and Peace Tourism

Apr 01, 2025

Beginning April 18 (Friday), the Korean government will open ten themed routes along the DMZ Peace Trail (“Themed Routes”). The Themed Routes encompass various local regions adjacent to the DMZ. Those interested in participating can apply online in advance, starting Friday, March 28, via the Peace Trail website (www.dmzwalk.com) and DuruNubi mobile app for Korea Dulle Trail walking tours.