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≡ President Moon Vows Every Effort To Curb Spread of New Coronavirus
President Moon Jae-in has issued a special public message, vowing every effort to curb the spread of the SARS-like virus from China.
President Moon also asked the public to have trust in the government and not to be too anxious as the country is making every effort necessary.
He added that a 24-hour response system is in operation to respond quickly to any emergency.
Moon asked the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to take "preemptive" and "more active" steps during the quarantine stage at local airports and ports to prevent the inflow of those infected with the virus.
The statement came shortly after South Korea reported its third confirmed case of the new coronavirus this morning.■
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≡ S. Korea's Trade Deficit With Japan Drops To Lowest In 16 Years: KITA
South Korea's trade deficit with Japan dropped to its lowest level in 16 years last year amid a trade row between the two countries.
According to Korea International Trade Association, Seoul posted a trade deficit of 19.16 billion dollars with Tokyo in 2019, the largest than with any other country.
However, the figure still represents the lowest since 2003.
South Korea's imports of Japanese goods plunged 12.9 percent, while exports dropped 6.9 percent on-year.
Japan's export restrictions against South Korea imposed in July last year appears to have led to the decrease in the trade deficit.■
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≡ Less Americans Think N. Korea Poses 'Very Serious Threat' To Their Country
A recent poll shows less Americans consider North Korea a greater threat to national security.
According to a joint survey by CNN and research firm SSRS on over 1,150 adults in mid-January, 29 percent said they think the North poses a "very serious threat" to their country.
It marks the lowest percentage since the question was first asked in 2009, when 52 percent surveyed said likewise.
Meanwhile, around 13 percent said Pyongyang was "no threat at all," the highest level since 2015.
Meanwhile, the poll showed that Americans see Iran and Russia as more serious threats.
The survey apparently reflects eased concerns among Americans over the North's nuclear and missile programs following its denuclearization talks with Washington in 2018.■
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[2020.01.26]
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≡ Gas Explosion In Lodging Facility Kills 4, Injures 3
A gas explosion at a lodging facility in Gangwon Province has killed four people and injured three others.
According to fire authorities, the accident occurred at around 7:50 p.m. yesterday at a two-story building in Donghae where a seven-member family was gathered to celebrate Lunar New Year's Day.
The members in their 50s to 70s were rushed to two hospitals nearby with severe burns, but four died while getting treated and three were seriously injured.
Police and firefighters are investigating the exact cause of the incident.■
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≡ FC Seoul To Face Malaysian Team In AFC Champions League Playoff
FC Seoul will face a Malaysian opponent this week to clinch a berth in an East Region playoff match for the Asian Football Confederation Champions League.
FC Seoul will host Kedah at Seoul World Cup Stadium at 7 p.m. on Tuesday.
The winner will advance to Group E of the AFC Champions League together with Beijing FC of China and Chiangrai United of Thailand.
The other spot will be filled up by the winner of another East Region playoff between Japanese side Kashima Antlers and Australian club Melbourne Victory.■
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[2020.01.26]
