South Korea's Lee seeks Arctic lift for country's shipping sector

The Korea Polar Research Institute's icebreaker Araon set off on July 11 for its 17th Arctic voyage. The ship, which can carry about 45 standard shipping containers, is also used to resupply South Korea's Antarctic research stations. (South Korean Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries)Policy AsiaPresident promotes Busan as polar hub to revive economic momentumKIM JAEWONJuly 17, 2026 04:00 JST