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How Gordon Chang’s online megaphone amplifies right-wing Korean narratives in US
Conservative pundit has ramped up pro-Yoon commentary since martial law, and his warnings may have even reached Trump
December 3, 2025
After bracing for hard-left turn, Seoul’s business elite warm to Lee Jae-myung
Business leaders voice cautious optimism about Lee’s centrist approach and tariff wins, despite lingering tax concerns
November 6, 2025
How South Korea gave $9.4M to US think tanks while evading foreign agent laws
Investigation reveals Korea Foundation coordinates closely with Seoul to promote ROK interests, despite nonprofit status
July 23, 2025
Yoon’s martial law crisis exposes beltway think tank blind spots
D.C. experts’ muted response to Yoon’s anti-democratic actions reveals the limits of their critical independence
December 6, 2024
Daring or dangerous? Seoul’s low-flying choppers sparks debate about risks
Parade training over Gwanghwamun inspired awe but drew concerns about potential for catastrophe in crowded area
August 15, 2024
How South Korea’s democratic decay has worsened under President Yoon Suk-yeol
In-depth Korea Pro analysis points to sustained erosion of democratic norms, continuing trends that began under Moon
July 1, 2024
Korean government’s widespread use of personal emails poses security risks
Blase attitude about net safety and cumbersome official software broaden exposure to phishing and other attacks
March 18, 2024
South Korea’s tech paradox: How local constraints thwart its global ambitions
Claims of national security underpin map data policies, yet experts suggest the aim may be to shield domestic companies
July 11, 2023
Why foreign journalists in South Korea get second-rate access to government
Local media’s desire to limit competition hampers international media from accessing primary sources equally
April 3, 2023
Modern high-rise apartments come at a price for Seoul’s most vulnerable
Experts say appetite for new buildings ignores rights of long-term residents and pushes them to the curb — literally
March 24, 2023
