Briefings
Stronger oversight aims to fix flaws in South Korea’s mutual credit institutions
New rules impose stricter oversight on Saemaul Geumgo while expanding liquidity and governance controls
January 7, 2025
South Korea’s security service faces backlash over blocking Yoon arrest warrant
Acting president’s silence and opposition calls for PSS reform escalate political and institutional tensions
January 6, 2025
Yoon Suk-yeol’s supporters block arrest attempt in standoff with law enforcement
Protesters rally outside impeached president’s residence as court-ordered arrest warrant nears execution deadlin
January 3, 2025
South Korea launches new law to shield businesses from trade shocks
Expanded eligibility and forward-looking programs aim to protect industries from digital and supply chain shifts
January 2, 2025
South Korea’s acting president appoints justices as Yoon Suk-yeol faces arrest
Choi Sang-mok appoints justices as Yoon’s legal battle escalates and presidential security may challenge warrant
January 1, 2025
South Korean president faces historic arrest warrant over rebellion charges
Investigators accuse Yoon of declaring martial law and ordering illegal actions, sparking legal and political turmoil
December 31, 2024
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
