Analysis
South Korea weighs university admissions overhaul to address growing inequality
Proposal aims to spread opportunities nationwide, but experts worry about the impact on quality and competitiveness
September 17, 2024
South Korea’s innovation drive faces long-term risks despite R&D spending surge
The 2025 budget accelerates short-term innovation, but chaebol dominance and talent gaps persist
September 16, 2024
Artificial intelligence takes center stage in South Korea’s defense strategy
Advanced technologies promise enhanced border surveillance and decision-making, but ethical concerns loom on the horizon
September 12, 2024
South Korea bets $205M on semiconductor packaging to maintain competitiveness
Government funding boosts R&D, but weak horizontal integration and supply chain vulnerabilities could jeopardize push
September 11, 2024
South Korean politicians call for tougher restrictions on foreign voting rights
With concerns over Chinese voter impact, lawmakers propose longer residency periods and reciprocity clauses
September 10, 2024
South Korea’s patent sharing program gives SMEs a boost but big firms loom large
Program offers 490 energy patents, but technological challenges and competition pose risks
September 9, 2024
South Korea’s top court demands action on climate targets for future generations
Constitutional Court orders more concrete post-2030 emission targets, raising challenges for government and industries
September 5, 2024
South Korea bets on tech and manufacturing to drive growth in 2024-2028 plan
The government pledges support measures for companies, but increasing national debt might limit financial capacity
September 4, 2024
South Korea targets Australian minerals to reduce supply chain risks
Enhanced cooperation aims to reduce reliance on China, but environmental regulations and stiff competition pose hurdles
September 3, 2024
South Korea’s new Nursing Act faces criticism amid fears for patient safety
Law gives physician assistant nurses more responsibilities, but gaps in training and legal clarity worry experts
September 2, 2024
