Analysis
Yoon Suk-yeol’s task: Convincing South Koreans it’s OK to get along with Japan
Japan’s decision to lift export curbs could benefit ROK chip firms, but Yoon faces opposition to his outreach to Tokyo
March 17, 2023
Yoon travels to Tokyo seeking reset between South Korea and Japan
Historical disputes derailed ties for years, but whether they improve largely depends on reciprocity from Kishida
March 16, 2023
Why the mayor of Seoul, a municipal leader, is calling for nuclear weapons
Oh Se-hoon has outsized political influence that could shape ROK debate on nukes — and boost his presidential ambitions
March 15, 2023
Why more and more South Koreans are choosing not to have children
Child care costs, unhelpful workplaces and shifting values drive what expert says is ‘rational choice’ to go childless
March 14, 2023
South Korean exporters face uphill battle as EU mulls raw materials law
Europe’s answer to Inflation Reduction Act could force shift in facilities and supply lines that few firms can afford
March 13, 2023
Yoon’s support stands firm despite South Korean opposition to forced labor deal
President’s conservative base backs agreement with Japan, showing Yoon has free hand to pursue foreign policy vision
March 13, 2023
Yoon Suk-yeol’s state visit to the US could be his greatest challenge yet
Beset by trade disagreements with US and deteriorating economy, Yoon must deliver results ahead of next year’s election
March 10, 2023
Polling mirage? Yoon Suk-yeol’s rising approval rates may not be what they seem
New survey puts South Korean president’s popularity at 8-month high but may not provide sound basis for policy decisions
March 9, 2023
Why South Korea’s new ruling party leader faces difficult days ahead
Kim Gi-hyeon faces corruption allegations and will have to win over those who view him as too close to president
March 8, 2023
Why the ROK-Japan deal on forced labor will be hard for opponents to overturn
Yoon is early in presidency and his foreign policy prioritizes normal relations with democratic neighbor
March 7, 2023
