Briefings
ROK defense minister says nuclear subs should be built in Korea, not Philly
The remark at parliament budget session comes a week after Trump approved project at APEC summit
November 6, 2025
South Korean market slides after Trump says Nvidia’s best chips stay in US
Samsung, SK Hynix prices tumble as Trump reignites chip export concerns aimed at China
November 5, 2025
Nvidia to supply 260,000 GPUs to South Korea in AI infrastructure partnership
Deal cements ROK as a key node in Nvidia’s global AI network but raises questions over technological dependence
November 4, 2025
South Korea resets China ties after securing Trump tariff negotiations
South Korea seeks economic stability through a $49 billion swap while hedging its alliance-driven security risks
November 3, 2025
South Korea and Japan sidestep history to reaffirm shuttle diplomacy at APEC
Lee and Takaichi’s first summit highlights shared strategy to sustain trilateral coordination and bilateral stability
October 31, 2025
South Korea reshapes Trump’s $350 billion demand into phased investment plan
$20 billion annual ceiling averts market strain, turning tariff talks into long-term platform for industrial cooperation
October 30, 2025
South Korea’s economy expands sharply even as consumer sentiment sours
Solid export gains mask weakening sentiment as tariff negotiations and trade risks dampen household outlook
October 29, 2025
South Korea clinches free trade deal with Malaysia to expand Indo-Pacific reach
FTA boosts Seoul’s role in ASEAN supply chains and secures tariff cuts on electric vehicles, steel and digital services
October 28, 2025
Lee Jae-myung begins ASEAN trip ahead of high-stakes APEC in Gyeongju
Two-day Malaysia visit precedes Trump’s arrival and a packed diplomatic week testing South Korea’s regional leadership
October 27, 2025
Bank of Korea holds rate steady to curb housing risks, steady won
Third straight on-hold decision underscores Seoul’s focus on stability ahead of Trump visit and key US trade talks
October 24, 2025
