Dong-A Ilbo

The Dong-A Ilbo is a prominent newspaper located in Seoul, South Korea, which has been in operation since its establishment in 1920. With a daily circulation of 1,000,000 copies, it serves both influential figures and the general public as its key audience. The newspaper is committed to upholding journalistic integrity and delivering truthful reporting across all its coverage areas. As the flagship publication of The Dong-A Media Group, The Dong-A Ilbo encompasses 16 subsidiaries, including Dong-A Business Review, Sports Dong-A, Dong-A Science, DUNet, and dongA.com. In December 2011, the media group expanded to include Channel A, a broadcasting outlet that offers a diverse range of content, such as news, dramas, entertainment shows, and sports. The Dong-A Ilbo employs around 700 staff, while The Dong-A Media Group has a workforce of approximately 1,500 employees. Recognized for its excellence in journalism, The Dong-A Ilbo has received numerous awards and has gained both national and international acclaim. The newspaper collaborates with respected global news organizations like Japan's Asahi Shimbun and China's People's Daily. It also maintains international correspondents in five major cities: New York City, Washington D.C., Tokyo, Beijing, and Paris. The Dong-A Ilbo prints global editions in 90 cities around the world and offers digital content in Korean, English, Japanese, and Chinese. Since its inception in 1920, The Dong-A Ilbo has dedicated itself to delivering meaningful news that educates and informs readers, aiming to inspire a brighter future for generations to come.