Briefings
Samsung chairman Lee Jae-yong acquitted as court clears him of merger fraud
The ruling removes a major legal hurdle for Samsung, clearing the way for M&A investments in AI and chip expansion
February 4, 2025
US imposes 25% tariffs on Canada over opioid crisis, raising Korea trade fears
North American trade tariffs spark global supply chain disruptions challenging Seoul amid leadership crisis
February 3, 2025
Fed holds rates steady, putting South Korea in a bind
Slower US rate cuts could restrict the BOK’s ability to ease policy despite growing pressure to support weak demand
January 31, 2025
Morgan Stanley slashes South Korea’s 2025 growth outlook to 1.5%
The global investment bank’s forecast highlights weak domestic demand and rising trade risks amid global uncertainty
January 30, 2025
Trump’s chip tariffs pledge threatens global semiconductor supply chains
US tariffs risk increasing costs, limiting exports and increasing dependency on China as Seoul faces limited options
January 29, 2025
Trump’s hardline diplomacy with Colombia raises red flags for South Korea
Diplomatic spat shows Washington’s willingness to penalize allies on immigration, trade and security disputes
January 28, 2025
Bird strike exposes aviation safety flaws as Muan Airport faces long closure
The Dec. 29 Jeju Air crash highlights gaps in wildlife management and disrupts regional economy until April
January 27, 2025
Yoon investigation highlights CIO’s struggles and prosecution’s dark past
The president’s refusal to cooperate puts the CIO’s competence and the prosecution’s impartiality under the spotlight
January 24, 2025
South Korea’s consumer confidence rises but remains below long-term average
Hopes for political change and economic reform fuel future optimism despite current instability and Trump’s return
January 23, 2025
South Korea ramps up global standards drive amid Trump trade risks
Seoul targets advanced industries to safeguard exports and counter rising U.S. protectionism under Trump
January 22, 2025
