Analysis
How pro-Russian hackers took down South Korea websites over support for Ukraine
Global hacktivists caused little damage in DDoS attacks, but highlighted vulnerabilities in Seoul’s cyber infrastructure
South Korea’s Ukraine observer mission sparks debate about military deployment
2003 directive allows some deployments without parliamentary oversight, but critics say it doesn’t apply in Ukraine case
South Korea faces tough choices due to Trump’s hardline stance on China
Trump could demand defense cost hikes and tough approach to Taiwan, straining Seoul’s ties with Washington and Beijing
Yoon battles scandal as calls for probe on first lady’s influence gain momentum
As public trust erodes, Yoon’s defensive response in 140-minute press conference raises more questions than it answers
Donald Trump’s win sets stage for digital trade battle with South Korea
Proposed platform regulations in ROK may fuel trade tensions as Trump brandishes tariffs to protect US tech firms
South Korea’s food delivery giants face antitrust scrutiny amid rising fees
Baemin, Coupang Eats and Yogiyo investigated for unfair practices as restaurant owners struggle with increased costs
South Korea’s arms export boom at risk amid opposition’s push for restrictions
Proposed laws targeting conflict-zone sales could impact defense industry growth, innovation and global partnerships
Yoon’s Ukraine strategy confronts opposition push to restrict weapons exports
ROK lawmakers want to limit executive power to send arms, fearing fallout with Russia, but risk hurting defense industry
South Korea shelves expansion of capital gains tax, boosting market liquidity
Repeal of Financial Investment Income Tax aims to stabilize markets but raises questions about fiscal sustainability
What a Harris presidency could mean for South Korea’s economic and security ties
Seoul can expect export controls and compliance demands if vice president wins, impacting trade, nuclear energy and more