Analysis
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
Why the US and South Korea disagree about Seoul’s participation in the Quad
Both ROK progressives and conservatives misunderstand the dialogue’s purpose and India’s key role
January 16, 2023
How lack of diversity in government risks undermining Seoul’s global reputation
President Yoon has filled key posts with friends and former colleagues but almost no women, even as he promises change
January 13, 2023
How domestic politics and geopolitics influence South Korea’s nuclear calculus
Yoon Suk-yeol appeared to back a nuclear program if DPRK threat worsens, but ROK is far from making this a reality
January 12, 2023
The untapped potential for South Korean investment in Central and Eastern Europe
ROK firms seek new markets and the CEE foreign capital, but the war in Ukraine could complicate cooperation
January 10, 2023
How investing in Cambodia can help South Korea balance against China
As ties with Vietnam flourish, Seoul has ample reason to pursue long-term economic and diplomatic outreach to Phnom Penh
January 9, 2023
ROK 2023: What to expect for South Korea’s economy and society in the year ahead
In second of a two-part series, Korea Pro analysts describe pros and cons of economic and political situation
January 6, 2023
