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South Korea announces new "special" visa for foreign workers

5 articles | Updated 22h ago | Created 1d ago
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The Republic of Korea has officially introduced a special category known as the 'Special Visa' to address its critical lack of migrant workforce, with authorities reporting that over 500 applications have already been received since March began on this initiative launched by President Yoon Suk-yeol's administration earlier in February.

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    The National Intelligence Service of South Korea has confirmed the arrest and detention of a North Korean defector.
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    According to reports, this individual was detained in connection with an alleged attempt on President Yoon Suk Yeol's life involving explosives at his residence.
[Mar 18] NIS confirms the arrest and detention of a North Korean defector linked to attempted assassination attempts against South Korea leaders, including President Yoon Suk Yeol. (Source: Mk.co.kr)
[Mar 18] Reports indicate that at least two individuals were arrested in connection with the alleged plot involving explosives and a defector from North Korea.