Briefings
South Korean envoy’s travel ban dispute fuels political turmoil before polls
Growing rift between the presidential office, corruption watchdog and ruling party leader casts a shadow on elections
March 19, 2024
South Korea hosts democracy summit as its own democratic principles erode
Blinken’s visit comes amid growing concerns about the country’s democratic backsliding under President Yoon Suk-yeol
March 18, 2024
South Korea pledges significant boost for pediatric care amid doctor shortage
Government aims to tackle doctor shortage, reduce child hospitalization costs amid election season
March 15, 2024
South Korea, Saudi Arabia deepen defense ties amid regional risks
Al-Otaibi’s visit highlights growing partnership, challenges as Seoul aims for global arms market
March 14, 2024
Russia arrests South Korean over alleged espionage, ties likely to sour further
This marks the first time Russia has detained a South Korean citizen on spy charges, further complicating relations
March 13, 2024
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
