Profiles
Education minister takes control as South Korea’s latest acting president
With no security credentials, Lee Ju-ho leads a fragile state amid cabinet collapse and geopolitical headwinds
May 2, 2025
Opposition enlists trade hawk Kim Hyun-chong for post-Yoon foreign strategy
As Trump-era tensions return, Democratic Party turns to seasoned dealmaker to protect South Korea’s national interests
April 25, 2025
Choi Sang-mok steps in as South Korea’s new interim leader amid mounting crises
From impeachment fallout to the weakest won in 16 years, second acting president’s tenure begins with steep challenges
December 31, 2024
Cheong Hyung-sik takes center stage as lead justice in Yoon’s impeachment trial
Conservative jurist under scrutiny as critics question his past rulings and family ties amid high-stakes political trial
December 26, 2024
Han Duck-soo: Seasoned technocrat faces his toughest test as acting president
Han’s decades of experience will be put to the test as he grapples with Yoon Suk-yeol’s impeachment fallout
December 17, 2024
Kim Moon-soo: From activist to conservative politician, his own worst enemy
Labor minister’s ideological shifts and self-inflicted controversies risk undermining his credibility and effectiveness
September 6, 2024
Shin Won-sik: Hawkish ex-general as National Security Adviser
Appointment of Shin Won-sik signals shift toward assertive security stance, raises diplomatic concerns
August 22, 2024
South Korea’s next defense minister faces balancing loyalty and responsibility
Despite stellar credentials, the ex-general’s close relationship with Yoon and alleged misconduct raise concerns
August 15, 2024
How to connect with key lawmakers in South Korea’s National Assembly, 2024-2026
Building networks and accessing crucial information with key lawmakers in the legislature’s 18 committees
July 17, 2024
Former admiral sails toward ambassador post as Seoul-Canberra ties deepen
Sim Seung-seob’s potential appointment reflects South Korea’s focus on strengthening military ties with Australia
June 21, 2024
