Briefings
Flight crash leaves 179 dead in South Korea’s worst aviation tragedy in years
Acting President Choi Sang-mok faces intense scrutiny amid recovery efforts and ongoing political instability
December 30, 2024
South Korea’s governance at risk as Han Duck-soo defers judicial appointments
Political standoff escalates as Yoon’s impeachment looms, risking governance paralysis and market instability
December 27, 2024
Biden signs bill reaffirming US troop presence ahead of Trump administration
Legislation offers Seoul short-term assurance as Trump’s pick for Pentagon policy role hints at possible changes
December 26, 2024
South Korea’s constitutional showdown erupts as Han Duck-soo faces impeachment
Democratic Party argues removing acting president requires a simple majority, sparking legal and political disputes
December 25, 2024
Liquidity and reforms lead South Korea’s response to financial jitters
Liquidity and forex reforms aim to calm markets, but inflation risks and a weak won loom over recovery efforts
December 24, 2024
South Korea’s satellite launch strengthens defense and export capabilities
Networked SAR satellites offer round-the-clock surveillance and boost the appeal of Seoul’s defense products
December 23, 2024
Fed’s rate cut sparks market turmoil as South Korea struggles with weakening won
Finance ministry pledges bold interventions as soaring dollar and fragile growth amplify economic risks
December 20, 2024
US court overturns ruling on South Korea’s electricity rates as subsidy
South Korea wins legal battle but must brace for trade policy changes under Trump’s second presidency
December 19, 2024
Han Duck-soo pushes for swift 2025 budget execution amid fiscal uncertainty
Acting president signals front-loaded spending to ease political and market volatility amid cuts to contingency reserves
December 18, 2024
South Korea pushes back against EU’s carbon border adjustment rules
Small businesses and supply chains face mounting challenges under new EU climate regulations set to launch in 2026
December 17, 2024
