South Korea’s immigration dilemma puts Southeast Asians in the spotlight
Tough immigration checks raise questions on racial profiling amid concerns about undocumented migrants and illicit drugs
December 8, 2023
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Yoon’s Netherlands state visit will aim to strengthen chip diplomacy
The visit will focus on enhancing semiconductor supply chains amid Chinese rare earth export restrictions
South Korea launches space surveillance, raises regional security questions
While enhancing surveillance capabilities, Seoul’s space-based ISR capability may exacerbate existing regional tensions
Justice minister’s immigration vision clashes with South Korea’s reality
Recent government decisions and societal trends counter Justice Minister Han Dong-hoon’s immigration plans
Twitch’s exit highlights costs of South Korea’s insular digital strategy
Streaming platform has blamed increased regulation on foreign firms, and its departure could have major economic impact
South Korea scrambles to avert urea shortage as China tightens exports again
Government and industry collaboration aims to stabilize urea supply amid export challenges
South Korea’s tech giant struggles amid legal and market turmoil
Facing lawsuits, stock market declines and presidential criticism, Kakao Corporation reassesses its strategies
