Briefings
South Korea extends short-selling ban pending “reliable system” implementation
While aiming to curb illegal practices, prolonged ban may impact market efficiency and investor confidence
May 23, 2024
South Korea’s foreign minister seeks to bolster ties with Latin America
Cho Tae-yul meets with 17 ambassadors, discusses cooperation in defense, aerospace and electric vehicles
May 22, 2024
South Korea’s presidential office apologizes for overseas direct purchase fiasco
Lack of consultation and consideration of public sentiment leads to confusion over overseas direct purchase regulations
May 21, 2024
Yoon pushes for R&D boost, scrapping feasibility studies to drive growth
South Korean president’s plan aims to accelerate innovation but raises concerns over resource allocation
May 20, 2024
South Korea and Cambodia forge strategic partnership to boost ties
Agreements on defense, trade and infrastructure aim to expand cooperation between the two nations
May 17, 2024
US tariffs on China could boost South Korean EV and battery exports
Upcoming trilateral meeting with Japan and China will likely focus on trade tensions and South Korea’s position
May 16, 2024
Yoon Suk-yeol courts opposition support with labor reform proposal
South Korean president’s proposal may gain opposition support but could weaken organized labor
May 15, 2024
Yoon administration faces pressure amid Japan’s Naver move
Opposition’s calls for a firm response to protect South Korean corporations from overseas complicates Seoul’s calculus
May 14, 2024
Foreign ministers of South Korea, China pave way for crucial trilateral meeting
Cho Tae-yul and Wang Yi set to discuss thorny bilateral relations, regional issues ahead of upcoming summit
May 13, 2024
Yoon emphasizes economic growth, pension in first press meeting in 21 months
South Korean president’s economic promises include pension increase, tax abolition; faces political hurdles
May 10, 2024
