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How Coupang’s breach became a durable political confrontation in South Korea
Administrative enforcement, nationalist framing and public opinion aligned to sustain scrutiny long after disclosure
January 26, 2026
After restraint, Lee Jae Myung probes how far he can shift to the left
Early rhetorical changes suggest the administration is reassessing constraints before any formal policy moves
January 8, 2026
The US-South Korea alliance avoided rupture but lost its old buffers in 2025
With North Korea receding, USFK ambiguity, investment pressure and routine policy choices now shape alliance credibility
January 1, 2026
How South Korea governed through pressure rather than reform in 2025
A year of recurring stress saw the state rely on inspections and penalties while deeper preventive fixes stalled
December 30, 2025
South Korea in December 2025: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from Dec. 1 to 26, 2025, and key outlook for January 2026
December 29, 2025
USFK ‘floating carrier’ talk targets China, says Moon-era security official
Former vice foreign minister says wartime OPCON transfer ‘must happen’ if Seoul is serious about national sovereignty
December 22, 2025
Trump’s 2025 national security strategy quietly recasts South Korea’s role
New US framework treats Seoul as economic and military capacity rather than a standalone security priority
December 18, 2025
One year on, South Korean conservatives are divided as ever about martial law
Violence at PPP rallies has exposed a raging debate over whether to apologize ahead of local elections, or double down
December 2, 2025
US, Korea ‘joint fact sheet’ on tariff and nuclear sub deal: What Seoul said
Korea Pro provides full English text of Lee Jae-myung and security, economy officials’ explanation
November 14, 2025
Why South Korea spurns marijuana legalization even as other countries mellow out
Strong social stigma and a legacy of authoritarian drug crackdowns mean strict controls are likely here to stay
November 14, 2025
