Analysis
South Korea scraps traditional age system as society becomes more international
A frequent source of confusion, traditional system reflects how South Koreans establish hierarchies in social settings
December 15, 2022
Planned textbook revision puts South Korea out of step on LGBTQ issues
Removing term ‘sexual minorities’ appears aimed at appealing to Yoon’s base but may contribute to homophobia in schools
December 14, 2022
Why South Korea has a bright future in Poland’s nuclear energy industry
Despite failed ROK bid to build nuclear power plant, there are still ample opportunities for Seoul-Warsaw cooperation
December 13, 2022
Yoon sees approval rate bump after adopting harder-edged image
Banning press from presidential plane and response to truckers’ strike likely played to Yoon’s conservative base
December 12, 2022
One city’s defiance sparks debate on lifting South Korea’s indoor mask rules
Officials have been reluctant to ease measures that won praise early in pandemic but may do so in the coming weeks
December 8, 2022
Anti-China xenophobia spurs ROK proposal to restrict foreigners’ voting rights
New bill reflects how fear of China is stirring up concerns about outside political influence in South Korea
December 7, 2022
How fear of China helps drive discussions about South Korean nukes
Some in Seoul not only fault Beijing for failing to curtail North Korea but seek an answer to Chinese military might
December 6, 2022
Yoon’s crackdown on labor union strike latest politicization of the rule of law
South Korean president responds to union’s demands for higher wages and safety standards with jail time and heavy fines
December 5, 2022
How the Itaewon crush investigation could block South Korea’s national budget
Poor exports, high interest rates and prices could all get worse if lawmakers can’t agree on budget bill this month
December 1, 2022
Will South Korea be the next country to host a Tesla gigafactory?
ROK economy has a lot to like for automaker, but Elon Musk distractions and labor unions may be difficult to overcome
November 30, 2022
