Briefings
South Korea pledges $7.1 billion to help battery makers reduce China dependence
Two-year grace period for graphite offers relief, but challenges remain in diversifying supply chains
May 9, 2024
South Korea courts Australia with advanced frigate technology
South Korea presents cutting-edge frigates to strengthen military ties with Australia but faces competition from Japan
May 8, 2024
South Korea faces financial burden as Indonesia seeks to cut KF-21 costs
Jakarta’s offer to pay one-third of original amount threatens joint project’s future and bilateral trust
May 7, 2024
Diplomatic tensions rise as Japan targets Korean tech giant’s chat app stake
Demand for divestment over data security concerns echoes U.S. TikTok ban, highlights growing tech nationalism
May 6, 2024
South Korea to experience stronger-than-expected economic growth in 2024: OECD
Growth outlook up from 2.2% to 2.6% and inflation outlook goes down slightly, but in contrast with existing projections
May 3, 2024
South Korea being considered as potential member of AUKUS second pillar
Pillar 2 focuses on defense technology and requires a commitment to protect sensitive information
May 2, 2024
ROK holds defense, foreign ministerial talks with Australia amid power vacuum
ROK defense and foreign ministers visit Australia, former tour Hanhwa Defense facility in Victoria
May 1, 2024
First formal meeting between Yoon and opposition leader yields scant progress
While Yoon and Lee agree on the need for medical reform, they butted heads on most other issues
April 30, 2024
US seeks “fair” and “equitable” defense cost-sharing talks with South Korea
Negotiations to determine Seoul’s share of USFK costs face resistance from South Korea’s ruling and opposition parties
April 29, 2024
US aims for three-way nuclear deterrence talks with South Korea, Japan
Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell suggests Nobel Peace Prize for Yoon, Kishida amid regional security concerns
April 26, 2024
