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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
Donald Trump’s win sets stage for digital trade battle with South Korea
Proposed platform regulations in ROK may fuel trade tensions as Trump brandishes tariffs to protect US tech firms
November 7, 2024
South Korea’s arms export boom at risk amid opposition’s push for restrictions
Proposed laws targeting conflict-zone sales could impact defense industry growth, innovation and global partnerships
November 6, 2024
South Korea shelves expansion of capital gains tax, boosting market liquidity
Repeal of Financial Investment Income Tax aims to stabilize markets but raises questions about fiscal sustainability
November 4, 2024
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