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Korean Society in Tianjin to hold 9th Korea–China Friendship Hanmadang Festival on 31 October
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Korean Society in Tianjin to hold 9th Korea–China Friendship Hanmadang Festival on 31 October

Saturday 31 October, Ling'ao Stadium: friendship sports day, youth football, a writing contest, Korean food and culture — plus a draw for Tianjin–Incheon flights.

2026. 10. 11.
Focus InterviewMeet the business leaders

Interview

General Director Jeon Gye-hong in his office at the Tianjin headquarters
Interview · Weike Steel

Twenty Years in China, Knocking on Korea’s Door with Solar Mounting Structures

A Korean who runs Tianjin Weike Steel’s overseas business. 2.71 GW of structures supplied across 23 projects; a Korean branch planned for early next year.

Sept. 20, 2026

Community News

Korea–China Business

Interior of a large exhibition hall with booths lining a wide aisle (AI-generated image)
Korea–China Business · Trade Shows

Shanghai’s Import Expo Opens Nov. 5, With Shenzhen and Guangzhou Shows to Follow and the Canton Fair in April

From Shanghai’s Nov. 5 import expo to the Shenzhen and Guangzhou shows and April’s Canton Fair: dates and scale.

2026. 10. 26.
Convention center and industrial park in a coastal city on a clear morning, with a port in the distance (AI-generated image)
Korea–China Business · Tianjin Investment

“Multinational Enterprises Tianjin Visit” Wraps Up: 240 Foreign Participants, Tianjin to Build Long-Term Matchmaking

The Oct. 21–23 event drew 240 foreign participants; 14 tech firms signed into the CITIC 117 center and Tianjin plans long-term matchmaking.

2026. 10. 25.
Korea–China Business · FX & Finance

China’s Forex Reserves at $3.4003 Trillion, Down $38.1 Billion in September

SAFE said on 7 October that reserves were $3.4003 trillion at end-September, down $38.1 billion (1.11%) from August.

2026. 10. 10.
Korea–China Business · FX & Finance

PBOC publishes yuan policy stance: "We do not engage in competitive devaluation"

The People's Bank of China (PBOC) published a policy stance on the renminbi exchange rate on Oct.

2026. 10. 9.
Korea–China Business · China Immigration

China's National Day border crossings hit 15.46 million; visa-free foreign arrivals up 9%

Border crossings into and out of China during the National Day holiday (Oct. 1–7) totaled 15.462 million, according to figures released by the National Immigration Administration on Oct. 8.

2026. 10. 9.
Korea–China Business · China Consumer & Tourism

China's National Day holiday sees 2.14 billion trips: rail up, air travel flat

Cross-regional trips in China during the National Day holiday (Oct.

2026. 10. 6.
Korea–China Business · China Economy

China subsidizes first-home mortgage interest by 1 point for a year from October

China began subsidizing mortgage interest for first-time homebuyers by 1 percentage point a year from public funds on Oct. 1.

5 Oct 2026
Korea–China Business · Overseas Koreans Policy

Overseas Koreans Cooperation Center merged into Overseas Koreans Agency; new capacity-building bureau created

The Overseas Koreans Cooperation Center, an affiliate of South Korea's Overseas Koreans Agency, was abolished on Sept. 30 and merged into the agency itself on Oct. 1.

2026. 10. 4.
Korea–China Business · Korea–China Trade

Shandong’s Linyi Wholesale Market Uses a Yongin Base to Grow Two-Way Korea–China Trade

Linyi Shangcheng in Shandong Province, often described as China’s largest wholesale market, is building up Korea as both an export market and a source of imports.

2026. 10. 3.
Korea–China Business · Korea–China Trade

Korea’s September Exports Hit a Record $120.9 Billion; Exports to China Up 122.7% to $26 Billion

Korea’s exports reached $120.9 billion in September, the highest monthly total on record.

2026. 10. 1.
Korea–China Business · China Economic Indicators

China’s Factories Return to Expansion After Two Months; Small Firms and Jobs Still Shrinking

China’s manufacturing activity returned to expansion in September. The official manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI), released by the National Bureau of Statistics on Sept.

2026. 9. 30.
Korea–China Business · Korea–China Industry

KOTRA Hosts Meetings for Korean Parts Makers at Tianjin NEV Supply-Chain Show

KOTRA, Korea’s trade and investment promotion agency, held business meetings in Tianjin on 16–17 September to connect Korean auto parts makers with suppliers to Chinese carmakers.

2026. 9. 29.
Korea–China Business · Korean Business Convention

24th World Korean Business Convention Closes with $298.67 Million in Export Consultations and $9.4 Million in On-Site Deals

The 24th World Korean Business Convention, held at Songdo ConvensiA in Incheon on 28–30 September, closed with $298.67 million in export consultations and $9.4 million in on-site export contracts.

2026. 9. 28.
Korea–China Business · Semiconductors & Korea–China Trade

Korean Memory Chips Processed in China and Re-exported; Chips Make Up 69% of Exports to China

Semiconductors made up a record 69.4% of Korea’s exports to China in August, according to an analysis by Meritz Securities.

2026. 9. 23.
Korea–China Business · Korea–China Aviation

Korea Allocates 25 Routes of New China Traffic Rights; Incheon–Beijing Rises to 52 Weekly Flights

Korea’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport on Sept.

2026. 9. 23.
Korea–China Business · Semiconductors

China’s Top DRAM Maker CXMT Moves Toward NAND Flash With Beijing R&D Line

CXMT, China’s largest DRAM maker, is preparing to enter the NAND flash market, Reuters reported on Sept. 18, citing sources.

2026. 9. 20.
Korea–China Business · Immigration Policy

China’s Border Checks May Now Request “Electronic Data”; Rules in Force Since Sept. 15 Apply to Koreans Too

China’s Provisions of the State Council on Exit and Entry Administration (Decree No. 841) took effect on Sept. 15.

2026. 9. 19.
Korea–China Business · China Economy

China’s August Retail Sales Rise Just 0.4% as Industrial Output Speeds Up to 5.2%

China’s pattern of rising production and stalled consumption continued in August. Industrial output rose 5.2% from a year earlier, the National Bureau of Statistics said on Sept.

2026. 9. 18.
Korea–China Business · Korea–China Trade

China’s Imports From Korea Jump 108% in August as Exports Rise 25% and Surplus Hits $119 Billion

China’s imports from South Korea more than doubled in August, rising 108.1% to $32.16 billion, according to customs data released on Sept. 8.

2026. 9. 10.
Korea–China Business · Customs & Certification

China's food and cosmetics import rules: simpler procedures, wider oversight

China is simplifying import procedures for food, cosmetics and medical devices while widening what it regulates. At a seminar for Korean companies in Tianjin on Sept.

2026. 9. 8.
Korea–China Business · Korea–China Trade

Korea's August exports to China jump 119% to $24.1 billion, driven by chips

South Korea's exports to China rose 119.3% from a year earlier to $24.1 billion in August. According to trade data released by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy on Sept.

2026. 9. 2.
Korea–China Business · China Economic Indicators

China's August manufacturing PMI rises to 49.8, but only large firms are above 50

China's factory contraction eased in August. The official manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rose 0.6 points to 49.8, the National Bureau of Statistics said on Aug.

2026. 9. 1.
Korea–China Business · Korea–China Relations

34 years of Korea–China ties: ambassador says it is time to ask what the two can build together

South Korea's ambassador to China, Roh Jae-heon, said at a concert marking the 34th anniversary of diplomatic ties on Aug.

2026. 8. 26.
Korea–China Business · China Policy

China's Data Risk Assessment Rules in Force: Important-Data Handlers Must Assess and Report Every Year

China's Measures for Network Data Security Risk Assessment took effect on 20 August.

2026. 8. 19.
Korea–China Business · Korea–China Trade

JD Expands Direct Purchasing of Korean Consumer Goods, Signs US$1.5m with Nine Firms in Seoul

China's JD Group is buying more Korean consumer goods directly.

2026. 8. 17.
Overseas Koreans · Veterans

Finding Korean War medals’ owners — a guide for overseas descendants

The MND·Army·Veterans Service recovery campaign. Overseas descendants may apply — forms, list & benefits guide included.

2026. 8. 12.

Travel

Travel · Cover Story

Tianjin's century-old garden · Beining Park

An urban garden of about 570,000㎡ and the 9-story Zhiyuan Pagoda — a landmark carrying the history of modern Tianjin.

2026. 8. 8.
Travel · Tianjin

Tianjin nights lit by the Hai River — three night-view spots

Jinwan Plaza, the Tianjin Eye, the Italian Style Town — a riverside walking route after dark.

2026. 8. 8.

Economy

Economy · FX

August exchange-rate outlook — timing your remittances and currency swaps

KRW/USD and KRW/CNY outlook amid a weaker won, plus tips on splitting conversions and transfers.

2026. 8. 8.

China Law

China Law · Column

Leaving assets to a grandchild by will is a "bequest" — accept within 60 days

Under Article 1124 of the Civil Code, a legatee who does not declare acceptance within 60 days forfeits the right.

2026. 8. 8.

Living Info

Living Info · Immigration

China's visa-free policy extended to end-2026 — three things to know

The scope of the 30-day visa-free entry, plus cautions on re-entry and invitations.

2026. 8. 8.
Living Info · Transport

Korea–China flights expand for the first time in 7 years — plan your summer trip

Passenger flights rise from 608 to 664 per week, with expanded cargo rights at hubs including Tianjin. Tips for summer tickets.

2026. 8. 8.

Education

Education · Admissions

Korean International School Tianjin — 2026 second-semester transfer admissions

For kindergarten, elementary and middle school; second-round applications Aug 10–12, online interviews for middle school on the 14th.

2026. 8. 8.

Health · Food

Health

Beating the heat — how to prevent heatstroke

Three key measures: drink water often, stay cool, and avoid the hottest hours.

2026. 8. 8.
Food · Seasonal

An August table · a nourishing meal with seasonal ingredients

Peaches, corn, abalone and other August produce make an easy, restorative summer meal.

2026. 8. 8.

Community

Community · Holiday Event

Jangsu Hwaro to host free Chuseok breakfast for customers in Tianjin

Friday 25 September, 6:30–9:30am, Jangsu Hwaro (3F, Wuhe Business Hotel). A free Chuseok breakfast for customers staying in Tianjin. Groups should call ahead (186-4912-3700).

2026. 9. 24.
Community

Tianjin community directory — hometown associations, clubs, groups and sports

Meeting times and contacts for Tianjin's Korean hometown associations, clubs, organizations and sports groups.

2026. 8. 8.
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