ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Choi Haan

Haan Choi is a journalist with a BA in Global Liberal Studies and Journalism from New York University. He was raised in South Korea and the United States and is currently based in Seoul. He is interested in analyzing national and global politics as well as South Korean social and economic affairs.

Free subway rides for seniors strains South Korea’s railways, and ignites debate

Aging population is forcing policymakers to reevaluate popular senior welfare programs introduced decades ago

Choi HaanMay 31, 2024

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South Korea’s tech ambitions at risk from government’s R&D budget whiplash

Inconsistent policies, poor communication erode trust and threaten Korea’s position in global chip market

Choi HaanApril 4, 2024

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