Briefings
South Korean companies affected by global IT outage, but damage less severe
Presidential office attributes limited impact to domestic IT infrastructure, but concerns over vulnerabilities persist
July 22, 2024
South Korea secures Czech nuclear deal, boosting Yoon’s energy export pledge
Ongoing intellectual property dispute and potential Trump return pose challenges to Seoul’s expansion plans in Europe
July 19, 2024
Indictment of ex-CIA analyst for South Korea ties raises concerns
The indictment could chill Korea-focused think tanks and complicate South Korea’s lobbying efforts in the US
July 18, 2024
South Korea’s carbon-free energy plan masks renewable energy inertia
New carbon-free energy plan aims to boost exports, but minimal increase in renewable targets casts doubt on commitment
July 17, 2024
South Korea’s cost-effective guided rocket hits bullseye in US military test
LIG Nex1 aims for US export deal after successful evaluation of its cost-effective weapon system
July 16, 2024
US and South Korea ink new nuclear deterrence guidelines
Pact aims to reassure Seoul amid calls for independent arsenal, but future US policy shifts remain a concern
July 15, 2024
Yoon’s NATO summit engagement risks reversing progress in South Korea-China ties
South Korean president’s participation risks straining relations with Beijing, a key partner in managing North Korea
July 12, 2024
South Korea’s job market shines, but economic storm brews
Record-high employment rates mask sectoral challenges, currency pressures and opposition’s push for cash handout
July 11, 2024
South Korea and Thailand hold first Economic Partnership Agreement negotiation
The agreement may ease labor movement, address industry shortages and reinvigorate strained cultural exchanges
July 10, 2024
Yoon’s warning: Russia-North Korea ties threaten peace in Europe and Asia
South Korean president vows to strengthen NATO cooperation, proposes joint cyber defense training
July 9, 2024
