Analysis
Yoon’s impeachment trial nears verdict as political stakes continue to rise
With four hearings left, South Korea’s Constitutional Court faces pressure to rule on Yoon’s fate before mid-April
February 4, 2025
South Korea’s opposition stumbles as conservative support surges
The Democratic Party loses momentum as impeachment proceedings rally conservative voters around embattled ruling party
January 31, 2025
DeepSeek’s open-source AI poses new threats to South Korean security
North Korea and China could use nonproprietary AI like R1 to boost capabilities in cyberwarfare, disinformation and more
January 30, 2025
DeepSeek disruption and US tariffs could sideline South Korea from AI revolution
The ROK risks becoming a mere chip supplier for US and Chinese AI giants instead of leading tech innovation
January 29, 2025
Vietnam’s $276 million deal for K9 howitzers deepens ties with South Korea
The arms sale underscores Hanoi’s push for military modernization and Seoul’s expanding role in Southeast Asian security
January 28, 2025
Former South Korean defense minister walks back testimony to defend president
Yoon Suk-yeol admits martial law was potentially illegal but claims he did not intend to execute the decree
January 27, 2025
Lee Jae-myung pivots to pragmatism as he eyes South Korea’s presidency
Opposition leader’s shift to pro-business policies seeks to court moderates and investors amid political polarization
January 24, 2025
South Korea’s military faces calls for reform as martial law dust settles
Experts say systemic changes are needed to depoliticize leadership and strengthen civilian oversight
January 23, 2025
Economic recovery at stake as South Korea’s rival parties debate fiscal measures
Central bank’s call for urgent supplementary budget intensifies PPP and DP policy showdown before potential election
January 22, 2025
Trump returns to power with policies that could strain US-South Korea relations
Trade conflicts, military costs and exclusion from diplomacy with North Korea pose risks for Seoul’s future
January 21, 2025
