Profiles
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
Choo Kyung-ho: From finance minister to ruling party floor leader
Korea Pro profiles Choo, 63, who will lead the People Power Party’s conservative economic policy support
May 17, 2024
Na Kyung-won, a five-term lawmaker who may soon lead the conservative party
High-profile female legislator has clashed with Yoon Suk-yeol and could seek to distinguish her party from the president
May 3, 2024
Chung Jin-suk, the president’s new chief of staff, is no stranger to controversy
Despite his acerbic tongue, Chung is known for avoiding intra-party factional politics and being ‘personable’
April 24, 2024
Choo Mi-ae’s path from judicial bench to national political reformer
Former justice minister could become next parliament speaker, setting her up to challenge long-time rival Yoon Suk-yeol
April 19, 2024
How Yong Hye-in made her name pushing progressive causes that others won’t
A champion of basic income, the young lawmaker has won praise from even opponents for her legislative acumen
March 22, 2024
