Analysis
South Korea grapples with how to balance economic growth and green goals
Seoul’s cautious approach has seen it position itself as supplier of key tech while continuing to rely on fossil fuels
December 25, 2023
Seoul’s ambitious five-year defense plan confronts difficult financial realities
South Korea wants to invest staggering $268B to bolster military, but there are already signs of budgetary strain
December 22, 2023
Why moral character dominates South Korean political confirmation hearings
As general elections draw near, voter sentiment and cultural values drive focus on morality over policy in South Korea
December 21, 2023
How South Korea plans to forge ahead with Indo-Pacific Strategy amid tensions
Yoon Suk-yeol’s cabinet reshuffle signals South Korea’s focus on US relations and addressing regional threats
December 20, 2023
South Korea faces cybersecurity crisis amid R&D budget cuts
The Yoon administration’s reduction in R&D funding raises concerns over national cyber defense capabilities
December 19, 2023
How South Korea’s industry minister nominee will implement Yoon’s trade strategy
Ahn Duk-geun will likely pursue targeted bilateral agreements to overcome protectionism and enhance domestic industries
December 18, 2023
South Korea warily opens its forex market, eyeing growth but fearing instability
Experts welcome Seoul’s plans to expand trading hours and open to international investors, despite inherent risks
December 15, 2023
Yoon’s low approval rating threatens South Korean ruling party’s election hopes
Power Power Party faces internal discord and leadership vacuum, but fragmentation in opposition muddies election picture
December 14, 2023
Seoul’s glitzy pet stores peddle puppies as shelters overflow with unwanted dogs
Activists are pushing legislation to reform South Korea’s animal sales, but face stiff opposition from pet industry
December 13, 2023
How South Korea’s arms trade with Poland fuels rivalry with US defense firms
Possible Warsaw withdrawal from arms deal would ease tensions in short term but ultimately intensify US-ROK competition
December 12, 2023
