Briefings
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
Yoon taps two veteran diplomats for intelligence and foreign ministry posts
Appointing Cho Tae-yong and Cho Tae-yul indicates administration’s emphasis on regional security and global diplomacy
December 20, 2023
BOK’s digital currency experiment reflects global trend, faces challenges
BOK’s collaboration with LG CNS on CBDC development aims to streamline finance amid monetary policy concerns
December 19, 2023
Washington and Seoul rush to cement nuclear pact before 2024 US elections
Joint nuclear guidelines aim for completion by mid-2024, addressing North Korean threats and US election uncertainties
December 18, 2023
