Analysis
South Korea bets on an investment state to power its post-chip economy
Lee’s growth strategy channels public capital into strategic industries, raising questions about governance and returns
July 16, 2026
South Korea’s military academy overhaul faces scrutiny as details remain elusive
The plan would transform officer training, but critics say the government has yet to justify its biggest defense reform
July 15, 2026
South Korea’s AI chip boom faces challenges beyond semiconductor demand
BOK sees AI demand extending the chip cycle, but markets are questioning the economics behind the companies driving it
July 13, 2026
How South Korea could capitalize on India’s changing defense priorities
India’s post-2025 military review has renewed interest in Korean air defense systems and broader industrial cooperation
July 10, 2026
How South Korea’s ruling party wagered parliamentary norms for legislative speed
DP’s committee takeover gives the government a faster legislative path while betting voters will reward results in 2028
July 9, 2026
South Korea bets on NATO integration as Europe rewrites defense rules
Rather than chasing individual arms deals, Seoul is pursuing deeper industrial integration in Europe’s defense market
July 8, 2026
South Korea’s Network Act moves cyber risk squarely into the corporate boardroom
New rules require executives and boards to take direct responsibility for cybersecurity failures and breach response
July 7, 2026
How the Coupang dispute became a test of South Korea’s regulatory sovereignty
GOP lawmakers and White House challenge Seoul’s enforcement process itself, not merely the fine imposed on Coupang
July 6, 2026
South Korea’s drone overhaul aims to prepare its military for a new era of war
Seoul’s plan prioritizes mass-produced drones and command reform, but experts say doctrine will determine success
July 3, 2026
Canada’s submarine decision will reveal how resilient Seoul-Ottawa ties are
The procurement decision will test whether both countries can separate defense contracts from strategic partnership
July 2, 2026
