ABOUT THE AUTHOR
More articles by 'John Lee'
How testimony by opposition leader’s confidant impacts South Korean politics
Former deputy governor’s bombshell accusations may upend reconciliation between Lee Nak-yeon and Lee Jae-myung
July 20, 2023
Financial turbulence: Pilots’ strike threatens Asiana Airlines’ merger plans
Korean Air likely to negotiate with pilots as it could face liability for employee wage disputes post-merger
July 18, 2023
How South Korea’s transactional diplomacy threatens Indo-Pacific partnerships
The juggling of regional cooperation values and European economic interests could impact Seoul’s international standing
July 14, 2023
Why South Korea’s outreach to NATO could pose problems at home
Diplomacy toward bloc brings potential to expand Seoul’s export market, but risks relations with Beijing and Moscow
July 12, 2023
Why South Korean lawmakers are renouncing their right to immunity from arrest
Critics have condemned use of privilege as ‘bulletproof vest,’ but others see safeguard against executive overreach
July 6, 2023
How a payment dispute with Indonesia puts Seoul’s defense export goals at risk
Unpaid dues and new defense purchases have cast shadow on Jakarta’s commitment to joint KF-21 program with South Korea
July 4, 2023
An eye on China, South Korea charts a course for closer ties with Vietnam
Yoon Suk-yeol sought to diversify supply chains and boost defense cooperation during state visit, but pitfalls remain
June 26, 2023
How US investors’ court victory over South Korea could spur financial reform
Loss will bleaken ROK’s reputation but may incentivize Seoul to work to boost credibility as foreign investment hub
June 21, 2023
The ‘pathless path’: Cho Kuk hints at independent run in South Korean election
Cho Kuk’s potential candidacy may split DP’s base, presenting a key test for the party’s unity and leadership
June 13, 2023
A Chinese diplomat’s controversial remarks stoke tensions with South Korea
Ambassador Xing Haiming said Seoul would regret siding with US over China, which some have interpreted as veiled threat
June 9, 2023
Get the Daily Briefing
Start your day with
the South Korea stories that matter most –
as selected by 
