Briefings
First formal meeting between Yoon and opposition leader yields scant progress
While Yoon and Lee agree on the need for medical reform, they butted heads on most other issues
April 30, 2024
US seeks “fair” and “equitable” defense cost-sharing talks with South Korea
Negotiations to determine Seoul’s share of USFK costs face resistance from South Korea’s ruling and opposition parties
April 29, 2024
US aims for three-way nuclear deterrence talks with South Korea, Japan
Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell suggests Nobel Peace Prize for Yoon, Kishida amid regional security concerns
April 26, 2024
South Korea positions itself as key partner in Africa’s development strategy
Meeting between trade minister and AfCFTA Secretary General highlights Seoul’s growing interest in the continent
April 25, 2024
Tensions resurface between Japan and South Korea over historical disputes
Low approval ratings and recent elections could tempt leaders to resort to inflammatory rhetoric, risking progress
April 24, 2024
South Korea, Japan strengthen chip partnership with $120 million investment deal
Industry minister Ahn Duk-geun’s Tokyo visit highlights growing tech cooperation between the two nations
April 23, 2024
Yoon, Lee likely to discuss contentious issues in first meet since inauguration
South Korean president and opposition leader will likely discuss issues related to cash vouchers and special probes
April 22, 2024
US, South Korea, Japan unite to tackle currency woes, supply chain risks
Trilateral meeting addresses won and yen depreciation, non-market practices in key sectors
April 19, 2024
IPEF Supply Chain Agreement takes effect in South Korea amid uncertainties
Industry ministry discussed plans to explore joint projects with IPEF members to diversify critical material sources
April 18, 2024
President Yoon Suk-yeol open to meet opposition leader after election loss
Potential talks with Lee Jae-myung could foster cooperation, but challenges in advancing Yoon’s domestic agenda remain
April 17, 2024
