Briefings
Choi warns of economic fallout as Trump targets South Korea with tariffs
Acting president vows “cool-headed” response as Trump’s tariff plan threatens exporters amid global stock market decline
South Korea eyes regional growth with 1 trillion won industrial investment
Government’s reliance on private funding for 90% of the project raises execution and financial concerns
Opposition bloc threatens to impeach top prosecutor after Yoon’s release
DP accuses prosecutor general of failing to appeal Yoon’s release and vows to pursue impeachment if he refuses to resign
South Korean court overturns Yoon’s detention on technicality amid legal chaos
Court cites procedural errors in detention, triggering security fears and partisan battles ahead of impeachment ruling
South Korea’s inflation slows, but households struggle with rising expenses
Living costs remain high despite policy efforts, raising pressure for lawmakers to consider additional stimulus measures
Trump targets South Korea on trade, tariffs and security in fiery speech
Despite free trade agreement, Seoul may face new trade barriers as US redefines reciprocal tariffs and security costs
South Korean firms face fallout as North American trade war escalates
US tariffs on Canada and Mexico threaten Korean auto, battery and electronics exports reliant on North American hubs
Polls show Democratic Party pulling ahead as conservative scandal widens
Allegations of illegal election meddling deepen conservative crisis, leaving no clear challenger to Lee Jae-myung
Choi’s March 1 address warns of US and China pressures on South Korea’s future
Acting president urges stronger economic and security autonomy as Trump pushes tariffs and Beijing tightens influence
Choi legally obligated to appoint justice, but court ruling lacks enforcement
With no clear enforcement and an election looming, political calculations may influence Ma Eun-hyuk’s appointment