Briefings
Rift between president and ruling party chief surfaces as general elections loom
Presidential office’s request for Han Dong-hoon’s resignation underscores growing divide in People Power Party
South Korea to triple prison sentences to battle unprecedented tech leaks
New legal initiatives aim to fortify South Korea’s technological edge against foreign espionage
South Korea’s rival parties propose actions to reverse low birthrate amid doubts
Financial incentives alone will not likely tackle deep-rooted cultural norms that impede birthrate improvement
Yoon’s tax reform proposals face partisan gridlock amid national debt concerns
South Korean president’s tax vision comes amid increasing national debt and reduced tax revenue, faces political reality
Yoon Suk-yeol pushes for delay in industrial safety law amid SME struggles
With general elections looming, time is running out to delay full implementation of the Serious Accident Punishment Act
South Korea bets on semiconductor mega cluster for global edge
Mega cluster investment promises economic growth but faces opposition party scrutiny amid need for nuclear power
South Korea maintains oil, LNG stability amid Middle East tensions
Industry ministry secures energy supplies while navigating upcoming general elections and debt-laden energy companies
South Korea’s central bank holds rates steady amid inflation concerns
BOK’s decision to maintain 3.5% base rate aims to bolster economic growth amid potential global monetary shifts
Yoon’s new economic security adviser appointment emphasizes trade with China
The appointment of Wang Yun-jong, a China economy expert, signals Seoul’s intent to balance its technology diplomacy
South Korea’s major builder turns to asset collateral amid soaring debts
Faced with debt, Taeyoung Engineering & Construction Company stakes SBS and TY Holdings shares to win creditor trust