John Lee is the editor of KOREA PRO, based in Seoul. Prior to that, he was a contributor for NK News and KOREA PRO. His focus is on South Korean foreign policy and ROK-U.S. relations.
Leadership void and inconsistent crisis response threaten recovery, deepen urban-rural divide and fuel distrust
An analytical look at the main developments from March 1 to 31, 2025, and key outlook for April 2025
Tariffs, domestic instability and weak diplomacy are driving Korean conglomerates to behave like post-national entities
Constitutional Court’s focus on proportionality and intent may shield Yoon and future leaders from accountability
Democratic Party’s push to remove Choi Sang-mok reflects growing anxiety that could seriously backfire with swing voters
Gap in US-ROK rates and increased housing speculation are threatening to destabilize South Korea’s financial markets
Securing waste storage could stabilize energy policy, but environmental concerns and public distrust pose challenges
Ruling and opposition parties reach compromise to lower payouts, but long-term viability of system remains in doubt
Defense and tech restrictions under the potential measure would undermine Seoul’s security posture and export ambitions
Slow digital adoption and rising competition from e-commerce platforms have left legacy retailers struggling to compete
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