Briefings
Attack on main opposition leader shakes South Korean political scene
With parliamentary elections approaching, violent attack on Lee Jae-myung underscores deepening political divides
January 3, 2024
Yoon Suk-yeol vows economic reforms amid South Korea’s export slump
With a 7.4% decrease in exports and general elections 100 days away, Yoon’s economic strategy faces critical tests
January 2, 2024
North Korean leader rejects reconciliation, reunification with South Korea
Kim Jong Un’s remark complicates South Korean progressives’ inter-Korean vision, vindicates Yoon’s defense spending
January 1, 2024
South Korea’s export controls provoke Russian threat of retaliation
Moscow could target key energy imports and expand military cooperation with Pyongyang, straining South Korea-Russia ties
December 29, 2023
Gender wage gap in South Korea sees modest improvement, but challenges persist
Although South Korea inches toward gender pay parity, the political landscape continues to impede full-scale progress
December 28, 2023
South Korea ramps up smart farm exports to the Middle East
Smart farm technology finds fertile ground in Middle Eastern countries grappling with food insecurity
December 27, 2023
South Korean students shifting away from China amid tensions
The steep decline in South Korean students in China signals potential long-term impacts on bilateral relations
December 26, 2023
China’s export restrictions test South Korea’s supply chain resilience
Seoul races to secure essential minerals, but continuing trend of Chinese export restrictions exposes vulnerabilities
December 25, 2023
South Korea’s ruling party picks justice minister as interim leader amid unease
With elections looming, the People Power Party’s choice of Han brings high expectations and internal party concerns
December 22, 2023
South Korean political parties strike deal on 2024 budget amid election pressure
Ruling and opposition unite over national budget, focusing on R&D and regional projects in pre-election move
December 21, 2023
