AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHeat Emergency in Seoul: South Korea’s record-breaking heatwave is still brutal, with severe heatwave warnings in effect across much of the country; Monday saw extreme temperatures including Daegu at 40.9°C, Seoul at 37.2°C, and the western/central regions now taking the worst of it. Industrial Safety: Tragedy struck HD Hyundai Heavy Industries’ Gunsan shipyard again, with a third fatal accident at the company’s facilities in July after a worker was fatally trapped in equipment. Markets & Tech Mood: Global risk sentiment swung as oil prices dropped on hopes of Iran talks, while South Korea’s chip-heavy market remained under pressure after a sharp AI-driven selloff. Crypto Policy Watch: South Korea confirmed a 22% crypto tax starting in 2027, adding another policy headline for investors. Aviation & Defense: Korean Air is partnering with Archer Aviation to adapt the Midnight eVTOL for South Korea’s military transport, rescue, and support missions. K-Drama Spotlight: Prime Video’s romance series “A Love Other Than Yours” is set to premiere Sept. 12, starring Seo Kang-joon and Ahn Eun-jin.
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