South Korea

Korea Visa Application Centre to open in Dhaka on September 2

Ordinary visa applications and passport collection will move exclusively to the new centre, with applicants required to book appointments online
26 August 2026

Bangladesh, South Korea sign CEPA to boost trade

Under the deal, 97 percent of Bangladesh's goods will get preferential market access to South Korea
4 August 2026

CEPA with Korea to open new chapter in ties: minister

"The CEPA is not merely a bilateral trade agreement; it is a strong foundation for building a long-term economic partnership," he said
3 August 2026

Scotland, South Korea eliminated from World Cup

Scotland and South Korea were eliminated from the World Cup on Saturday after failing to make it into the top eight of the third-placed teams. Both teams exited after one win and two defeats.
28 June 2026

Korea coach slams 'unfortunate' drone incident at training

Coach Hong Myung-bo on Wednesday said a drone was spotted flying over South Korea's training session before their eagerly awaited clash with World Cup co-hosts Mexico, calling the incident "unfortunate."
18 June 2026

South Korea snatch 2-1 win over Czech Republic

South Korea came back from a goal down to snatch a thrilling 2-1 win over the Czech Republic in their World Cup Group A opener on Thursday, substitute Oh Hyeon-gyu grabbing the winner in the 80th minute.
12 June 2026

North Korean women footballers arrive in South Korea

A North Korean women's football team arrived in South Korea on Sunday, marking the first visit by a sports team from the isolated country to its southern neighbour in eight years, to play in the Asian Champions League semi-finals.
17 May 2026

Japan thrash South Korea 4-1 to set up Women's Asian Cup final with Australia

A clinical Japan swept past South Korea 4-1 on Wednesday to set up a Women's Asian Cup final against hosts Australia, with the two-time champions putting on a masterclass.
18 March 2026

Why the world is talking about the BTS comeback album ARIRANG

BTS returns with ARIRANG, blending K-pop global influence with South Korea’s historical folk anthem. This UNESCO-recognized masterpiece symbolizes resilience and cultural identity, connecting Howard University’s 1896 wax cylinder recordings to modern musical heritage and stardom.
18 March 2026

China and South Korea power into Women's Asian Cup semis

Defending champions China scored twice in extra-time to book a blockbuster semi-final against hosts Australia at the Women's Asian Cup Saturday with a dominant South Korea joining them in the last four.
14 March 2026

Life as a Bangladeshi undergraduate student in South Korea

If you are considering Korea as your undergraduate destination, the message from current Bangladeshi students is clear: the opportunities are there, the scholarships are real, and the path is open.
1 January 2026

Amirul’s fourth hattrick powers Bangladesh past Korea

Penalty corner specialist Amirul Islam scored yet another hattrick as Bangladesh came from 2-0 down to beat South Korea 5-3 in a thrilling classification match of the FIH Men's Junior Hockey World Cup on Saturday.
6 December 2025

Bangladesh stage stunning fightback against Korea

.Bangladesh produced a remarkable comeback in the FIH Hockey Men’s Junior (U-21) World Cup on Sunday, fighting back from three goals down to snatch a 3-3 draw against strong South Korea in their second Pool F match at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Tamil Nadu, India.
30 November 2025

Estevao scores twice as five-star Brazil thrash South Korea

Eighteen-year-old Chelsea winger Estevao scored twice as an impressive Brazil thrashed fellow World Cup qualifiers South Korea 5-0 away in a friendly on Friday.
10 October 2025

Jeju Island: Where nature, myth, and resilience meet

Known locally as “Samdado,” or the “Island of Three Manys”, Jeju is celebrated for its abundance of three natural and cultural elements: the rocks that shape its landscape, the strong women who define its spirit, and the ever-present winds that sweep across its shores
26 July 2025

Suga donates $3.6 million to autism centre in South Korea

BTS member Suga has donated approximately $3.6 million to support the establishment of a treatment centre for children with autism spectrum disorder in South Korea. The facility, set to open in September in collaboration with Severance Hospital, will offer language, psychological and behavioural therapy, while combining clinical treatment with research.
23 June 2025

OpenAI to open office in Seoul, South Korea

OpenAI is establishing its first South Korean office in Seoul, the company announced recently. This move comes as South Korea now ranks second globally in paying ChatGPT users, trailing only the United States, according to company data.
27 May 2025

'Bangladesh feels like South Korea of the 80s'

Giordano Korea CEO sees ‘familiar signs of promise’ as he plans a factory in economic zone
15 April 2025

South Korean businesses set to make significant investment in Bangladesh

A delegation of Korean investors said in a meeting with the chief adviser
8 April 2025

BTS' Jungkook makes largest donation to South Korea's wildfire relief efforts

The catastrophic wildfires in South Korea have been a major news focus. According to the Ministry of Interior and Safety, 27 fatalities have been confirmed, with the toll likely to increase.
29 March 2025