South Korea

Countries Fail To Reach Agreement In UN Plastic Talks

Countries negotiating a global treaty to curb plastic pollution failed to reach agreement, with more than 100 nations wanting to cap production.

South Korea's Mountain Of Plastic Waste Shows Limits Of Recycling

South Korea has won international praise for its recycling efforts, but experts say the country's approach highlights its limits.

South Korean Companies, Foodies Bet On Sugar Substitute Allulose

South Korea has become a top testing ground for the sweetener allulose, a potential rival to sugar substitutes like stevia.

South Korea’s Lotte Joins EMD Trade Alliance

South Korean retailer Lotte has joined the EMD - European Marketing Distribution trade alliance 'with immediate effect', the Swiss group has announced.

Climate Change Puts South Korea's Beloved Cabbage Dish Kimchi At Risk

South Korea's famous kimchi is falling victim to climate change, with scientists, farmers and manufacturers saying the quality and quantity of the napa cab...

E-Commerce Market Continues To Soar In South Korea

The e-commerce market in South Korea is set to reach a value of KRW222.1 trillion (€149.9 billion) by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 7.8% over the next fo...

Personalised Nutrition Market Hits New Heights In Japan

Demand for personalised nutrition continues to rise in Japan, according to GlobalData, with 38% of Japanese consumers stating that they are either 'always'...