Analysis
South Korea braces for economic fallout as new wave of baby boomers retires
Bank of Korea projects long-term decline in growth and consumption as country’s largest generation leaves the workforce
July 3, 2024
Sleepless in Seoul: Students overload on caffeine to cope with academic pressure
Experts warn of potential mental and physical health risks as caffeine consumption soars among South Korea’s youth
July 2, 2024
How South Korea’s democratic decay has worsened under President Yoon Suk-yeol
In-depth Korea Pro analysis points to sustained erosion of democratic norms, continuing trends that began under Moon
July 1, 2024
Why the fight for South Korea’s parliamentary committees matters
Korea Pro explains how committee members and leaders are chosen and why parties fight for control
June 28, 2024
Putin’s Pyongyang visit heightens South Korea’s security dilemma
South Korea faces tough choices as Russia and North Korea deepen ties, potentially impacting regional stability
June 27, 2024
Public backs South Korea’s medical student quota hike as doctors continue strike
Long-standing doctor shortage and perception of doctors prioritizing livelihoods fuel government’s upper hand
June 26, 2024
South Korea’s opposition gains upper hand in legislative power struggle
Democratic Party could use control of key committees to obstruct Yoon’s economic reforms and foreign policy
June 25, 2024
South Korea’s main opposition party weakens anti-corruption rules in charter
Democratic Party amendments raise concerns about eroding accountability and concentrating power in leadership
June 24, 2024
South Korea faces geopolitical balancing act as Russia and North Korea align
Ambiguous “mutual assistance” clause and potential military cooperation threaten Seoul’s security
June 20, 2024
Former president’s memoir reveals risks for South Korea’s foreign policy
Moon Jae-in’s memoir and potential progressive presidents’ stances toward Japan and China signal diplomatic risks
June 19, 2024
