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Chabi picked as EV charging subsidy operator for 9th straight year and first time as manufacturer
Chabi, an operator of fast electric vehicle charging infrastructure, has been selected as both an operator and a manufacturer under the government’s 2026 electric vehicle charging facility subsidy programme, the company said on Thursday. It marks its ninth straight year chosen as an operator and its first selection in the newly created manufacturer category. Chabi secured all four categories and will take part in the programme through 2027.
AI & Enterprise
AI waste disposal app \'Gajyeoga\' to launch pilot service in Seoul district
South Korea\'s Ministry of Science and ICT and the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment said they will begin a pilot run of the AI-based waste disposal support app \'Gajyeoga\' in Seoul\'s Eunpyeong district from Oct. 13. The app identifies waste items from photos, provides local disposal instructions using GPS, and enables applications and fee payments for bulky waste collection. The government will assess accuracy, convenience and stability before expanding in stages.
Industry
South Korea government launches emergency check on real economy over Iran crisis
South Korea moved to conduct an emergency review of the real economy in response to Middle East instability triggered by U.S. and Israeli air strikes on Iran. The industry ministry held a second review meeting in Seoul led by Vice Minister Moon Shin-hak (문신학), with related agencies and major energy and trade bodies attending. The government said it is checking contingency systems, citing adequate oil and gas inventories for now, while preparing measures for exports, logistics and supply chains if the situation lasts.