Analysis
South Korean president plays dangerous game by wading into party leadership race
Yoon Suk-yeol forced frontrunner from race for ruling party chair but risks discord if he backs a remaining candidate
January 27, 2023
Why South Korea’s 18-month parental leave is unlikely to reverse fertility woes
The new policy is insufficient to combat entrenched patriarchal values and the gender pay gap
January 26, 2023
Why South Koreans are unified on China but divided over North Korea
Both countries pose major security challenges, but only the North raises difficult questions about national identity
January 25, 2023
South Korea’s Indo-Pacific strategy neglects the ‘Indo’ part to its detriment
Seoul largely views South Asia through an economic lens, overlooking other areas for cooperation with New Delhi
January 24, 2023
How lack of redevelopment provided tinder for a fire in Seoul’s last shantytown
Political disputes have left Guryong Village residents to face poverty and the elements despite ROK’s economic success
January 23, 2023
Why collapse of South Korean blockchain won’t derail country’s crypto market
A supportive administration and cash volatility make crypto an enduring option, but more regulation is coming
January 19, 2023
What the Bank of Korea hopes and fears for the South Korean economy in 2023
Governor Rhee Chang-yong believes prospects are good, but housing market and US-China competition remain risks
January 19, 2023
How South Korea’s left and right could benefit from proposed election reforms
Multi-member district system could improve regional party results, but critics fear it will fuel conflict and mistrust
January 18, 2023
How Yoon’s off-the-cuff remark about Iran could strain diplomatic relations
Tehran miffed after South Korean president appears to liken Iran to North Korea
January 17, 2023
South Korea’s big bet on domestic tourism may struggle without China
New COVID restrictions on Chinese nationals risk alienating the most important country for South Korea’s tour industry
January 17, 2023
