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A new bridge connecting China and North Korea over the Yalu River may soon be operational, following the confirmation of a customs facility in Sinuiju, observed from Dandong on Tuesday. The completion of auxiliary structures suggests both countries are advancing toward opening the crossing after years of delays.
South Korean customs data shows that illegal imports of weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro in the first half of the year more than tripled the total for all of 2025. The surge reflects growing global demand for GLP-1 medications, but authorities warn of health risks due to lack of oversight. Customs has intensified inspections at airports, post offices, and international shipping channels.
Vietnam has seized over a ton of elephant ivory that was allegedly smuggled from Africa, according to authorities on Thursday. The ivory was hidden in containers declared as agricultural products at a seaport, and an investigation is now underway to trace the trafficking network.
Japan plans to fully digitize customs declaration procedures at airports by 2030, aiming to ease entry for international tourists and hit a target of 60 million foreign visitors annually. The initiative follows trials at major airports and requires investment in IT infrastructure.
