Analysis
Yoon Suk-yeol’s upcoming pension reform speech promises major changes
Key reforms will likely include tiered contributions and a stabilization mechanism to ensure fund longevity
August 26, 2024
Ethical dilemma looms over South Korea’s booming tear gas trade
Regulatory gaps and economic interests clash with ethical responsibilities as exports to questionable regimes increase
August 23, 2024
South Korea’s COVID surge unveils cracks in pandemic defenses
Workplace policies and healthcare system strain highlight vulnerabilities as cases rise ninefold since mid-July
August 21, 2024
Aging workforce threatens to dull South Korean conglomerates’ competitive edge
Chaebol increasingly lean on older workers instead of recruiting new talent, increasing costs and stifling innovation
August 20, 2024
Lee Jae-myung’s re-election intensifies risks for businesses in South Korea
Opposition leader set to double down on stricter regulations, labor rights and opposing tax cuts as he challenges Yoon
August 19, 2024
South Korea’s outdoor workers at risk as heat waves intensify
Experts call for stronger regulations and cultural change to protect workers from deadly heat
August 16, 2024
Daring or dangerous? Seoul’s low-flying choppers sparks debate about risks
Parade training over Gwanghwamun inspired awe but drew concerns about potential for catastrophe in crowded area
August 15, 2024
Electric vehicle fires expose risks for ROK of relying on Chinese batteries
Seoul is urging transparency as automakers navigate supply chain disruptions, political tensions and reputational damage
August 14, 2024
South Korea debates tougher stance on crimes committed while impaired
Proposed amendments to Criminal Act risk reducing judicial discretion and blurring legal standards, experts say
August 13, 2024
Loan scandal at Woori Bank highlights systemic issues in ROK financial sector
Weak internal controls and concentrated power spark concerns over stability and regulatory effectiveness
August 12, 2024
