Briefings
Yoon’s NATO summit engagement risks reversing progress in South Korea-China ties
South Korean president’s participation risks straining relations with Beijing, a key partner in managing North Korea
July 12, 2024
South Korea’s job market shines, but economic storm brews
Record-high employment rates mask sectoral challenges, currency pressures and opposition’s push for cash handout
July 11, 2024
South Korea and Thailand hold first Economic Partnership Agreement negotiation
The agreement may ease labor movement, address industry shortages and reinvigorate strained cultural exchanges
July 10, 2024
Yoon’s warning: Russia-North Korea ties threaten peace in Europe and Asia
South Korean president vows to strengthen NATO cooperation, proposes joint cyber defense training
July 9, 2024
Yoon Suk-yeol set to warn about Moscow-Pyongyang ties at NATO summit
Seoul to coordinate with NATO member states on countering challenges posed by growing Russia-North Korea cooperation
July 8, 2024
Chinese ambassador’s exit signals potential reset in Seoul-Beijing ties
Xing Haiming’s controversial tenure ends as recent diplomatic activities hint at Beijing’s shifting approach to Seoul
July 5, 2024
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
