Analysis
How Russia’s power struggles create a geopolitical quandary for South Korea
Fallout of Wagner uprising could increase factionalism and impact ties with DPRK, posing risks and opportunities for ROK
June 29, 2023
Fast food, slow progress: How South Korean labor laws fail delivery workers
Business is booming on app-based delivery services, but non-salaried drivers remain vulnerable to exploitation
June 28, 2023
Caught in the crossfire: How Seoul’s intel-sharing plans jeopardize China ties
US, South Korea and Japan seek to use tech to better track North Korean missiles, stirring unease in Beijing
June 27, 2023
An eye on China, South Korea charts a course for closer ties with Vietnam
Yoon Suk-yeol sought to diversify supply chains and boost defense cooperation during state visit, but pitfalls remain
June 26, 2023
Won for all, all for won: Why some young South Koreans embrace frugality
As economic pressures mount, a growing number are trading conspicuous consumption for thriftiness
June 23, 2023
Why France-Korea ties remain underdeveloped despite push to boost cooperation
Cultural exchange has flourished in recent years, but Korean companies remain hesitant to reciprocate French investments
June 22, 2023
How US investors’ court victory over South Korea could spur financial reform
Loss will bleaken ROK’s reputation but may incentivize Seoul to work to boost credibility as foreign investment hub
June 21, 2023
How Busan hopes to overcome Riyadh’s bid for the World Expo 2030
Cultural cachet meets vast cash reserves as South Korea challenges Saudi Arabia’s capital for the Expo crown
June 20, 2023
Scales of inequality: How socio-economic factors amplify obesity in South Korea
The poorest and least educated are showing huge jumps in obesity rates, worsened by COVID lockdowns
June 19, 2023
China needs South Korea’s semiconductors, even though it hates Yoon’s policies
Experts say Beijing may use economic coercion again as Seoul embraces US leadership, but it can only push so far
June 16, 2023
