LIVE THE DAILY REPORT (2024-01-17)

▪ S. Korea issues new sanctions against N. Korea, including ships involved in illicit maritime activities ▪ N. Korean FM meets Putin as Kim Jong-un invites Putin to Pyongyang ▪ Top nuclear envoy of S. Korea, U.S., Japan to hold talks on N. Korea ▪ S. Korea, U.S., Japan held joint maritime exercise in waters off Jeju Island ▪ President Yoon says Kim Jong-un regime denies its own heritage ▪ S. Korea to bolster tax-free savings accounts, introduce loan management plans ▪ Ukraine, Israel-Gaza, Houthi rebels discussed at Davos 2024 Day 2 ▪ U.S. conducts third attack on Houthi missile sites in Yemen ▪ Israel and Hamas agree to allow medicine for hostages, more aid for Gaza ▪ Defense exports to Poland hit US$ 1.1 bil. in 2023, up 184% y/y ▪ Steven Yeun wins Outstanding Lead Actor at 75th Emmy Awards ▪ 2024 F/W Seoul Fashion Week will take place at Dongdaemun Design Plaza and SFactory ▪ Five of S. Korea's holidays each designated as national intangible cultural heritage ▪ World News: Donald Trump attending trial over allegations of defamation of E. Jean Carroll ▪ [Weather] Mix of rain and snow across Korea through Thursday