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1. www.cia.gov › the-world-factbook › countriesKorea, South - The World Factbook

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   Jun 26, 2024 · conventional long form: Republic of Korea conventional short form: South Korea local long form: Taehan-min'guk local short form: Han'guk abbreviation: ROK etymology: derived from the Chinese name for Goryeo, which was the Korean dynasty that united the peninsula in the 10th century A.D.; the South Korean name "Han'guk" derives from the long ...

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     Korea, South Country Summary. PDF. ... South Korea achieved...

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2. www.britannica.com › place › South-KoreaSouth Korea - Culture, Cuisine, Traditions | Britannica

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   22 hours ago · South Korea - Culture, Cuisine, Traditions: The once-dominant Confucian culture—with its emphasis on respect for ancestors, age, and seniority—continues to influence Korean family, work, and social life, albeit to a lesser degree than in the past.

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3. www.90daykorean.com › inteFacts About South Korea - 30 Essential things to know [2024]

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   Jun 24, 2024 · By now, you are aware that Korea is a region in East Asia divided between two countries: North Korea, officially called the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, and South Korea, which is called the Republic of Korea.

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4. www.britannica.com › place › South-KoreaSouth Korea - History, Culture, Economy | Britannica

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   3 days ago · The First Republic, established in August 1948, adopted a presidential system, and Syngman Rhee was subsequently elected its first president. South Korea also adopted a National Security Law, which effectively prohibited groups that opposed the state or expressions of support for North Korea.

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6. apnews.com › article › vladimir-putin-kim-jong-unRussia and North Korea sign partnership deal that appears to ...

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   Jun 19, 2024 · HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un signed an agreement Wednesday that pledges mutual aid if either country faces “aggression,” a strategic pact that comes as both face escalating standoffs with the West.

7. www.monito.com › en › country-code+82 Number Calling? Here's What You Should Know - Monito

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   The prefix +82 is the country code of South Korea. If you're getting a call from a number starting with these digits but don't know the person or aren't expecting contact from anyone in South Korea, you're more than likely getting an advertising call or even an attempted scam call.

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   What is the history of South Korea?

   • South Korea - History, Culture, Economy: The following is a treatment of South Korea since the Korean War. For a discussion of the earlier history of the peninsula, see Korea. The First Republic, established in August 1948, adopted a presidential system, and Syngman Rhee was subsequently elected its first president.

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   How old is a newborn baby in South Korea?

   • One of the unique facts about Koreans is that they’re automatically one year old at birth. A newborn baby is considered one year old in South Korea. There are different schools of thought as to why this is. One explanation is that people think it’s because the baby is in the mother’s womb for nine months, which is about one year.

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   What holidays are celebrated in South Korea?

   • Practices observed in South Korea during holidays that are celebrated worldwide are quite unique and fun. An example of these holidays would be Valentine’s Day, Christmas, and New Year. They’re quite the opposite of how most people would celebrate or observe these holidays.

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   How do I know if a South Korea phone number is fake?

   • Telephone numbers used by fraudsters are also published on plenty of websites online. If you've received an unknown call or message from South Korea, you should check the telephone number against online lists, which you can normally do simply by typing the full phone number (including the +82 prefix) directly into Google.

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9. www.britannica.com › topic › Korean-languageKorean language | History, Characteristics, & Facts | Britannica

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   Jun 24, 2024 · Korean language, language spoken by more than 75 million people, of whom 48 million live in South Korea and 24 million in North Korea. There are more than 2 million speakers in China , approximately 1 million in the United States , and about 500,000 in Japan .