Briefings
Samsung’s first-ever strike declaration puts tech giant in precarious position
New semiconductor head Jun Young-hyun tasked with navigating crisis, regaining edge in HBM market
May 31, 2024
South Korea and UAE sign milestone trade agreement, boosting economic ties
UAE becomes first Arab nation to ink comprehensive economic partnership agreement with South Korea
May 30, 2024
South Korea and UAE bolster economic ties with high-profile business
Business Investment Forum builds on momentum from Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement
May 29, 2024
Trilateral summit outcomes shape future of trade and economic cooperation
Commitment to WTO reform and strengthening functions could have implications for ongoing trade dispute
May 28, 2024
Trilateral summit in Northeast Asia faces uphill battle amid rising tensions
Geopolitical dynamics and entrenched disputes pose significant hurdles for South Korea, Japan and China
May 27, 2024
South Korea’s chip industry faces uphill battle despite massive support package
$19 billion investment fails to tackle key challenges as Taiwan’s TSMC outpaces in R&D spending and government support
May 24, 2024
South Korea extends short-selling ban pending “reliable system” implementation
While aiming to curb illegal practices, prolonged ban may impact market efficiency and investor confidence
May 23, 2024
South Korea’s foreign minister seeks to bolster ties with Latin America
Cho Tae-yul meets with 17 ambassadors, discusses cooperation in defense, aerospace and electric vehicles
May 22, 2024
South Korea’s presidential office apologizes for overseas direct purchase fiasco
Lack of consultation and consideration of public sentiment leads to confusion over overseas direct purchase regulations
May 21, 2024
Yoon pushes for R&D boost, scrapping feasibility studies to drive growth
South Korean president’s plan aims to accelerate innovation but raises concerns over resource allocation
May 20, 2024
