The South Korean government plans to allow duty-free shops at arrival terminals,... in a bid to reduce discomfort experienced by tourists,... and boost domestic consumption.<br /> As an initial step,... the nation's first arrival duty-free shop will be set up at Incheon International Airport before June next year,... and gradually be expanded to other airports in the country.<br />The latest measures come after President Moon Jae-in ordered a review of the plan,... saying tourists currently have to carry around items they purchase before departure,... for the duration of the trip,... due to the lack of duty-free shops at arrival halls.<br />Small and medium-sized duty-free operators welcomed the move,... as the government said only smaller firms will be allowed to take part in the bidding process. <br />
