Briefings
South Korea strengthens economic links with US ahead of Trump administration
Trade talks with US leaders highlight collaboration opportunities and the value of South Korean companies
January 13, 2025
Patients face higher costs as South Korea overhauls health insurance policies
Non-reimbursed services like manual therapy will see out-of-pocket costs rise to 90 to 95% under new healthcare reforms
January 10, 2025
Seoul expands ASEAN partnerships ahead of Trump’s White House return
New initiatives target digital growth, climate action and workforce development to bolster trade links
January 9, 2025
South Korea’s financial plans aim to stabilize a wobbling economy
FSC aims to tackle low consumption, export challenges and political instability as Yoon’s impeachment shakes markets
January 8, 2025
Stronger oversight aims to fix flaws in South Korea’s mutual credit institutions
New rules impose stricter oversight on Saemaul Geumgo while expanding liquidity and governance controls
January 7, 2025
South Korea’s security service faces backlash over blocking Yoon arrest warrant
Acting president’s silence and opposition calls for PSS reform escalate political and institutional tensions
January 6, 2025
Yoon Suk-yeol’s supporters block arrest attempt in standoff with law enforcement
Protesters rally outside impeached president’s residence as court-ordered arrest warrant nears execution deadlin
January 3, 2025
South Korea launches new law to shield businesses from trade shocks
Expanded eligibility and forward-looking programs aim to protect industries from digital and supply chain shifts
January 2, 2025
South Korea’s acting president appoints justices as Yoon Suk-yeol faces arrest
Choi Sang-mok appoints justices as Yoon’s legal battle escalates and presidential security may challenge warrant
January 1, 2025
South Korean president faces historic arrest warrant over rebellion charges
Investigators accuse Yoon of declaring martial law and ordering illegal actions, sparking legal and political turmoil
December 31, 2024
