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How a Democratic Party presidency could reshape South Korea’s foreign policies
New Korea Pro series examples potential shifts in trade, defense and diplomacy under a DP-led government
December 20, 2024
What’s at stake in South Korea’s impeachment trial of Yoon Suk-yeol
Constitutional Court’s decision will have major implications for executive power and trust in democratic institutions
December 16, 2024
How South Korea’s political crisis could reshape alliances and global standing
Military morale, economic priorities and foreign policy hang in balance as Yoon faces impeachment over martial law
December 13, 2024
South Korea grapples with fallout from president’s martial law declaration
Yoon Suk-yeol’s actions have sparked far-reaching national crisis, heightening uncertainty as he faces impeachment
December 4, 2024
South Korea’s bid to overhaul corporate governance faces key enforcement hurdles
Proposed changes aim to protect minority shareholders, but limited scope and voluntary compliance may dilute impact
December 2, 2024
Why South Korea’s ambitious plan to phase out coal faces serious headwinds
ROK wants to shutter 75% of coal plants by 2039 but will need to address energy security risks and economic disruptions
November 27, 2024
Seeking new markets, South Korea sets sights on defense deals with Latin America
Submarine project with Peru and resource deal with Chile highlight Seoul’s push to expand its global influence
November 25, 2024
Trump’s return forces South Korea’s defense industry to adapt to new realities
Demands on NATO, shifting Gulf priorities and US protectionism threaten arms export successes but create opportunities
November 19, 2024
South Korea’s Ukraine observer mission sparks debate about military deployment
2003 directive allows some deployments without parliamentary oversight, but critics say it doesn’t apply in Ukraine case
November 12, 2024
South Korea faces tough choices due to Trump’s hardline stance on China
Trump could demand defense cost hikes and tough approach to Taiwan, straining Seoul’s ties with Washington and Beijing
November 11, 2024
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