Muslim Prayer Room Plan Scuppered by Islamophobes
Korea Tourism Organization's plan for a mobile Muslim prayer room at Pyeongchang Winter Olympics has been dropped in the face of Islamophobic resistance.
Islam
Can South Korea Tap into Growing Halal Market?
With a growing Muslim presence at home and a booming halal market abroad, South Korean businesses are waking up to the potential of the halal industry. But lack of cultural awareness and regulatory stumbling blocks remain.
Pyeongchang: Halal Food for Athletes But Not Regular Visitors?
With less than 10 days to go before the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics open, it's still hard to find any local sign of halal food for Muslim spectators.
How Influential Is Islam in South Korea?
Despite grave warnings from some conservative Christians, Islam still has a tiny presence in South Korea. Could it really come to be a dominant force?