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February 15, 2025
Analysis

How South Korea’s next president will likely respond to Trump’s tariffs

With US trade pressure rising, Seoul must decide whether to push back or make strategic concessions to Washington

John LeeJohn LeeFebruary 14, 2025

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Podcast

Trump’s tariffs, Seoul’s diplomatic catch-up and Yoon’s trial — Ep. 61

Trump’s tariffs, Seoul’s diplomatic catch-up and Yoon’s trial — Ep. 61

The Korea Pro team dissects the latest economic, foreign policy and domestic political developments shaping South Korea

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KOREA PROFebruary 14, 2025
Briefings

US retreat on Ukraine may push Europe to turn to South Korea for defense needs

US retreat on Ukraine may push Europe to turn to South Korea for defense needs

With Russia poised to hold its territorial gains, Europe will likely seek new weapons suppliers for rapid deployment

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KOREA PROFebruary 14, 2025
Analysis

Lee Jae-myung’s rise fuels US fears of a pro-China shift in South Korea’s policy

Lee Jae-myung’s rise fuels US fears of a pro-China shift in South Korea’s policy

US conservatives remain wary of Lee’s past remarks on China, but experts urge a more nuanced view ahead of elections

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Joon Ha Park | Shreyas ReddyFebruary 13, 2025
Briefings

BOK data signals economic slowdown as firms burn cash and trade pressures mount

BOK data signals economic slowdown as firms burn cash and trade pressures mount

South Korean businesses using loans to stay afloat while US tariffs and Fed policy delays tighten financial conditions

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KOREA PROFebruary 13, 2025
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Trump’s tariffs, Seoul’s diplomatic catch-up and Yoon’s trial — Ep. 61

The Korea Pro team dissects the latest economic, foreign policy and domestic political developments shaping South Korea

Yoon’s trial, China’s trade retaliation and U.S.-ROK diplomacy — Ep. 60

The Korea Pro team unpacks the latest political, economic, and geopolitical developments shaping South Korea

Trump’s return, South Korea’s fiscal debate, and Yoon’s legal troubles — Ep. 59

The Korea Pro team discusses Trump’s presidency, fiscal stimulus calls and South Korea’s ongoing political strife

Special episode: Rethinking Korea beyond the Washington consensus — Ep. 58

A discussion on how conventional Washington perspectives shape and limit understanding of the two Koreas

Yoon’s arrest, Trump’s inauguration and South Korea’s dilemmas — Ep. 57

How Yoon’s fall from power and Trump’s potential plans for North Korea complicate Seoul’s security future

Trump’s Inauguration, nuclear deals and South Korea’s legal battles — Ep. 56

The Korea Pro team discusses the latest nuclear energy pact, legal chaos and business ties at Trump’s inauguration

Analysis

South Korea’s opposition faces chaos if Lee Jae-myung is barred from running

South Korea’s opposition faces chaos if Lee Jae-myung is barred from running

Legal battles threaten Lee’s candidacy, leaving room for alternative DP candidates to emerge ahead of the next election

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Jeongmin KimFebruary 12, 2025
Briefings

South Korea invests record $1.8 billion to dominate next-gen shipbuilding

South Korea invests record $1.8 billion to dominate next-gen shipbuilding

The government is boosting green and digital ship tech to outpace China as US trade barriers raise costs

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KOREA PROFebruary 12, 2025
Analysis

Trump’s tariffs hit South Korean steel hard as US trade war expands

Trump’s tariffs hit South Korean steel hard as US trade war expands

With no quota relief, South Korea braces for economic fallout from the return of aggressive protectionism

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John LeeFebruary 11, 2025
Briefings

Lee Jae-myung lays out campaign vision as South Korea braces for political shift

Lee Jae-myung lays out campaign vision as South Korea braces for political shift

With Yoon Suk-yeol’s impeachment ruling nearing, Lee pitches economic stimulus and labor reform

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KOREA PROFebruary 11, 2025
Analysis

Trump and Ishiba tighten US-Japan alliance as South Korea watches on warily

Trump and Ishiba tighten US-Japan alliance as South Korea watches on warily

Japan secures stronger security and economic commitments while South Korea risks marginalization amid leadership turmoil

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John LeeFebruary 10, 2025
Briefings

US-Japan summit signals tight defense ties and economic rivalry with South Korea

US-Japan summit signals tight defense ties and economic rivalry with South Korea

Tokyo cements its role as Washington’s top partner, raising pressure on Seoul to secure strategic and economic position

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KOREA PROFebruary 10, 2025
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