Briefings
South Korea announces comprehensive aid plan for small businesses
New support measures include loan extensions and increased funding, diverging from opposition’s universal payment plan
July 4, 2024
South Korea unveils $1.44 billion plan to bolster smart, clean shipbuilding tech
Despite massive investment, China’s cost competitiveness and capacity threaten South Korea’s global market share
July 3, 2024
South Korea to bolster safety for foreign workers after deadly factory blaze
Government plans July announcement of measures following Hwaseong fire that killed 23, including 18 foreign workers
July 2, 2024
South Korea tackles mental health with counseling vouchers amid challenges
Project provides professional help, but overprescription of antidepressants and low insurance payments may hinder impact
July 1, 2024
South Korea to lead global critical mineral supply chain security group
Chairing the Minerals Security Partnership, Seoul aims to influence policies and boost cooperation
June 28, 2024
South Korea, Japan agree to boost ties amid global challenges at finance talks
Finance ministers of both countries welcome bilateral cooperation amid global economic recovery and uncertainties
June 27, 2024
South Korean conservatives revive nuclear weapons talk amid regional tensions
Ruling party leadership race fuels debate on nuclear armament despite US efforts to strengthen extended deterrence
June 26, 2024
Freedom Edge trilateral exercise looms as North Korea-Russia partnership grows
US, South Korea and Japan pledge stronger cooperation while warning of threats to regional stability
June 25, 2024
Former interim leader bids for PPP chief, signals rocky relations with president
Han Dong-hoon pledges special probe into marine’s death, vows to reestablish party-government relations
June 24, 2024
South Korea weighs military aid to Ukraine as Moscow, Pyongyang strengthen ties
Seoul’s decision to provide lethal weapons to Kyiv may have far-reaching geopolitical consequences
June 21, 2024
