Stories from Incheon · South Korea

The city of Incheon is promoting itself as a 'care city' that provides services such as night care and emergency weekend care. This initiative aims to support parents and families by offering accessible childcare options.

South Korea's West Sea 5 Islands Special Maritime Police Unit apprehended two Chinese fishing vessels on suspicion of violating the Territorial Sea and Contiguous Zone Act.

Footballer Park Ji-sung reportedly missed the first and second group stage matches of the 2002 FIFA World Cup.

The IH Incheon Urban Development Corporation is actively engaged in public housing construction to create homeownership opportunities and provide residential welfare services. The corporation is also revitalizing old city centers through urban regeneration and improving housing and infrastructure with urban development projects in Incheon. Additionally, it supports regional sports development through its men's handball team.

Kim Hyun-tae, identified as the head of the tech team, declared his candidacy for the Bogeol election in Incheon Port.

The municipality of Incheon, located south of Seoul, plans to host a three-day event starting from the Incheon arena. This event is part of a broader strategy that includes Thailand's four-year plan from 2028 to 2032 and Vietnam's entrepreneurship promotion efforts.

Yana Egoryan won the gold medal at the figure skating Grand Prix event held in Incheon, South Korea. She defeated American skater Maya Chamberlain in the final with a score of 15-7. Arcel Navara of Spain and Ioana Ilieva of Bulgaria secured the bronze medals.

South Korean police extradited a suspect identified as Choi from Thailand to Incheon International Airport at approximately 9:40 AM. Choi is accused of supplying drugs to Daguhakryo, a major drug kingpin in the Philippines.

Incheon Mayor Yoo Jeong-bok, representing the People Power Party, held a campaign kickoff event at the plaza in front of Incheon City Hall. Yoo presented administrative continuity and experience as his core competitive advantages for his reelection bid.

Park Chan-dae, a Democratic Party candidate for Incheon Mayor, held a vision declaration ceremony. He revealed a master plan strategy centered on artificial intelligence and biotechnology. The announcement aims to establish these sectors as core economic pillars. People Power Party candidate Yoo Jeong-bok held a campaign launch at City Hall Plaza, said administrative continuity and experience. Both candidates are competing for the Incheon mayoral position.