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South Korea’s real estate sector turbulence creates new risks and opportunities
Many parts of South Korean economy likely to face economic headwinds, but commercial real estate may be bright spot
December 19, 2022
Why conferences in Korea are (mostly) a waste of time and resources
Overfocus on prestige signaling makes for pretty settings but little substance or real debate, experts say
November 24, 2022
The cost of South Korean media’s obsession with vows, promises and pledges
Uncritical amplification of political statements and press releases remains commonplace, crowding out original reporting
October 19, 2022
Fast internet speeds can’t save South Korea’s terrible websites
Proprietary security protocols and bad UI pose barriers to foreigners and fly in the face of country’s global ambitions
September 14, 2022
What a Trump comeback would mean for South Korea’s reset with the US
Reelection of former president hostile toward Seoul could throw allies’ ties into chaos, experts say
August 29, 2022
Travelers blame South Korea for missed flights over new document requirements
A dozen visitors tell Korea Pro their travel plans were disrupted because they were not informed about new K-ETA system
June 27, 2022
Why Iron Dome and an aircraft carrier provide limited benefits for South Korea
Bruce Bennett explains logic of ROK’s military development and how it sells advanced capabilities at lower cost than US
June 13, 2022
More nuclear, less coal? The future of South Korea’s energy mix
New president’s goals good for nuclear industry, while air quality concerns likely mean continued space for renewables
May 24, 2022
Expert roundup: What did the US and South Korea achieve at their latest summit?
Korea Pro asks experts what the key wins and missed opportunities were during first Yoon-Biden summit
May 23, 2022
Yoon Suk-yeol’s inauguration speech: Key takeaways and full text
Experts say new South Korean president is cleaving strongly toward U.S.-led internationalism
May 11, 2022
