Briefings
South Korea’s financial regulator urges compensation for stock derivative losses
Financial Supervisory Service advisory raises concerns over effectiveness and adequacy in addressing investors’ losses
March 12, 2024
South Korean food prices soar as agricultural, livestock costs surge in February
High agricultural inflation rates could sway voters if the government fails to stabilize costs in the coming month
March 11, 2024
Former South Korean defense minister’s appointment as envoy sparks controversy
Lee Jong-sup’s nomination draws criticism as he faces allegations, travel ban in marine death case
March 8, 2024
US, South Korea name negotiators for contentious defense cost-sharing deal
Trump’s potential return to White House adds urgency to concluding deal before US presidential election
March 7, 2024
US and South Korea discuss chip cooperation amid long-term industry concerns
Facing a shrinking global market share, Seoul seeks cooperation with US to fortify chip sector resilience
March 6, 2024
South Korea’s striking doctors face license suspensions
Approval gains for president and ruling party bolster plans against doctors, hinting at long-term healthcare impact
March 5, 2024
Ruling party welcomes National Assembly deputy speaker from opposition
Kim Young-joo’s move underscores turbulence in the DP, could expand ruling party’s voter base ahead of elections
March 4, 2024
Trainee doctors walkout tests South Korean government
As trainee doctors continue their walkout despite return-to-work deadline, the government weighs punitive responses
March 1, 2024
Fertility freefall challenges South Korea’s demographic stability
As birth rates plummet, the implications for education, health and politics grow dire
February 29, 2024
South Korea’s ruling party’s climate commitment clashes with nuclear ambitions
Han Dong-hoon’s pledge to combat climate change recognizes issue as critical for nation’s economic growth
February 28, 2024
