South Korean dramas face rising costs as streaming giants dominate
OTT platforms attract top talent and funding, sidelining domestic broadcasters and reducing content diversity
October 4, 2024
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New Japanese prime minister, South Korea’s missile defense strategy — Ep. 41
The Korea Pro team discusses Shigeru Ishiba’s ascension and the implications of the Iran-Israel conflict for South Korea
South Korean exports face uncertainty with US East Coast port strike underway
Emergency measures include new logistics routes, increased shipping capacity and liquidity support for affected firms
South Korea’s export reliance on US and China raises red flags
Growing tensions, supply chain disruptions and energy concerns could undercut export success in key markets
South Korea positions itself as global defense player at international expo
KADEX 2024 reveals growing partnerships with Poland, as Seoul seeks to sell military tech to new global markets
New Japanese prime minister, South Korea’s missile defense strategy — Ep. 41
The Korea Pro team discusses Shigeru Ishiba’s ascension and the implications of the Iran-Israel conflict for South Korea
Hostile corporate takeover, AI push and tax revenue shortfall — Ep. 40
The Korea Pro team discusses the Korea Zinc takeover bid, South Korea’s AI manufacturing initiative and tax shortfall
Fed rate cut, Yoon’s Czech visit and university reform proposal — Ep. 39
The Korea Pro team discusses the Fed’s rate cut, Yoon’s nuclear push in Prague and proposed university admissions reform
AI in military, data privacy and illegal money lenders — Ep. 38
Jeongmin and John discuss the military AI conference, new data collection rules and a crackdown on illegal lending
Diplomatic faux pas, challenging trade deals and deepfakes — Ep. 37
Kim Tae-hyo says the quiet part aloud, Korea seeks to import Australian lithium, and KHNP’s nuclear deal is in trouble
Yoon’s budget and pension proposals, deepfake sex crime — Ep. 36
Cabinet approves 2025 budget; Yoon pushes pension reforms; Doctors strike over quotas; Deepfake porn scandal
What South Korea can learn from Israeli missile defense after Iran’s barrage
Israel intercepted most but not all Iranian missiles, offering lessons for how Seoul defends against North Korea’s nukes
South Korea and Slovakia sign strategic partnership with nuclear energy in sight
The new partnership aims to expand South Korea’s presence in European energy and defense markets
South Korea’s Cheonan survivors still awaiting mental health support
Despite new legislation, survivors continue to face societal stigma and slow government recognition of PTSD and trauma
Corporate earnings drop sharply, driving Korea’s widening tax revenue deficit
Government forecasts significant tax revenue shortfall in 2024, signaling fiscal tightening to manage budget constraints
Why Japan’s new prime minister could pave way for better ties with South Korea
Ishiba’s moderate stance on historical issues could facilitate cooperation, if military focus doesn’t raise alarm
Japan’s incoming leader may portend improved relations with South Korea
Shigeru Ishiba’s approach to historical issues and regional security could reshape cooperation with Seoul
