Briefings
South Korea’s exports hit all-time high as external challenges intensify
October trade data shows strong US and China sales, but upcoming US election could introduce trade barriers
November 4, 2024
Samsung logs record revenue boost, but chip challenges persist
High-tech memory investment ramps up as Samsung fights to reclaim competitive edge in the AI semiconductor market
November 1, 2024
Czech contract delay tests South Korea’s nuclear export ambitions in Europe
KHNP faces US and French claims as Seoul looks to expand nuclear exports across the European Union
October 31, 2024
US Treasury’s China restrictions may squeeze South Korean corporations’ profits
South Korean tech firms with subsidiaries in the US may face new costs and growth limits under the latest restrictions
October 30, 2024
Japan’s ruling party’s election defeat may impact relations with South Korea
If Sanae Takaichi successfully challenges Shigeru Ishiba's leadership, ROK-Japan relations will likely enter rocky phase
October 29, 2024
South Korea’s energy security at risk as Israel-Iran conflict raises oil risks
Inflation control and rate cuts under strain as South Korea prepares for volatility in energy and financial markets
October 28, 2024
IMF maintains Korea’s 2024 growth at 2.5%, cuts 2025 forecast to 2.2%
Per capita GDP expected to reach $36,132 this year, surpassing Asian competitors amid fiscal concerns
October 25, 2024
South Korea hikes electricity price for industrial giants amid financial crisis
Large firms face 10.2% rate increase while residential and commercial rates remain frozen
October 24, 2024
South Korea announces potential weapons provision for Ukraine
The move comes after ROK confirmed North Korea has deployed troops to aid Russia’s war in Ukraine
October 23, 2024
South Korea-Russia tensions escalate, but lethal weapons provision still unclear
Seoul lawmakers show rare bipartisan unity in condemning Russia, but diverge on follow-up measures
October 22, 2024
