Briefings
South Korea’s cosmetics exports hit $7.4 billion but lag behind French giants
Despite growth in the U.S. and Japan, South Korea’s beauty industry faces stiff competition from global leaders
South Korea and ASEAN deepen ties through comprehensive strategic partnership
New strategic partnership prioritizes innovation in AI, green energy and resilience in global supply chains
Yoon strengthens ties with Singapore through major trade, energy and tech deals
Agreements include energy cooperation and supply chain resilience as South Korea eyes regional economic security
Korea Zinc takeover battle triggers probe into stock manipulation concerns
FSS launches investigation into potential illegal actions during takeover bid involving MBK Partners and Young Poong
Yoon’s visit to the Philippines boosts strategic and defense partnerships
Yoon’s visit solidifies defense cooperation while Bataan nuclear plant opens potential for energy collaboration
US-South Korea defense deal reduces immediate uncertainty but risks persist
Trump’s potential return to office may prompt calls for renegotiation, raising concerns about cost-sharing stability
South Korean exports face uncertainty with US East Coast port strike underway
Emergency measures include new logistics routes, increased shipping capacity and liquidity support for affected firms
South Korea positions itself as global defense player at international expo
KADEX 2024 reveals growing partnerships with Poland, as Seoul seeks to sell military tech to new global markets
South Korea and Slovakia sign strategic partnership with nuclear energy in sight
The new partnership aims to expand South Korea’s presence in European energy and defense markets
Corporate earnings drop sharply, driving Korea’s widening tax revenue deficit
Government forecasts significant tax revenue shortfall in 2024, signaling fiscal tightening to manage budget constraints