Analysis
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
South Korea’s economy grows, but challenges remain amid export dependence
Report reveals uneven growth, rising government debt and population concerns, overshadowing historic milestone
June 18, 2024
How Seoul can respond to new security threats from a Putin trip to Pyongyang
Russia and North Korea could bolster military ties at summit, but South Korea has ways to counter such cooperation
June 17, 2024
South Korea’s deepfake sex crime epidemic exposes lack of legal protections
As women fall victim to AI-generated pornography, activists call for stronger laws and accountability measures
June 14, 2024
South Korea balances risks and rewards in Central Asia critical minerals play
Experts warn of significant risks, including political instability and inadequate infrastructure
June 13, 2024
South Korea’s sluggish renewable energy transition puts economy at risk
Falling behind other developed nations in clean energy adoption will hinder country’s competitiveness and reputation
June 12, 2024
What’s in a name? For South Koreans, a chance at a better life
As family structures evolve and individualism grows, more South Koreans are adopting new names to reflect their identity
June 11, 2024
