Korea’s new AI Basic Act creates both compliance duties and market opportunities for U.S. firms, with key rules for high-impact and generative AI by 2026.

South Korea plans to acquire overseas-produced unmanned systems. 

South Korea revealed plans to adopt greater use of nuclear energy and increase the portion of carbon-free power sources from 52.9% by 2030 to 70.2% by 2038.

South Korea plans to double its military UAV capabilities by 2026.

The steady growth of the hair loss alleviation cosmetics market in South Korea is providing business opportunities for U.S. hair care exporters.

Korea introduced a new initiative for personalized education using artificial intelligence (AI), unlocking opportunities for U.S. exporters.

Korea’s doctors’ strike led to temporary teleconsultations, and further legalization of telehealth could open new opportunities for U.S. companies.

South Korea’s push to expand offshore wind power creates new opportunities for U.S. companies to enter its growing supply chain.

Korea retracted its plan to ban uncertified products in cross-border eCommerce after feedback. The country remains an attractive option for eCommerce.

Korea’s robotics industry is posed for substantial growth and investment in response to industrial productivity enhancement and changing population structure.

The resurgence of vinyl sales in Korea can offer a source of additional revenues for American music artists and labels.

The Korean toothpaste market was often referred to as the ‘graveyard of foreign brands.’ 

South Korea set a record budget for its space programs to grow the space industry and build a solid foundation for a space economy. 

Korean consumers now place more value on factors such as health, safety and authenticity, increasing business opportunities for U.S. organic cosmetics brands.

There is a growing opportunity to provide services to provide entertainment services to South Korean audiences, domestic and foreign.