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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
With new strategy, Yoon Suk-yeol reimagines South Korea’s role on global stage
National Security Strategy departs from previous approach, pivoting to Japan and taking harder line on North Korea
June 8, 2023
High steaks: The complicated politics of beef and food imports in South Korea
Consumers hit by high prices may benefit from freer markets, but Seoul will need to manage impact on domestic producers
May 25, 2023
After US and Japan summits, Seoul looks farther afield for economic cooperation
South Korea seeks to intensify trade relations with regional democracies, but legal and political challenges abound
May 22, 2023
Troubled waters: How Fukushima inspection plan could backfire for Yoon
South Korean delegation may be unable to rescue Yoon Suk-yeol from allegations he’s giving Japan a free pass
May 18, 2023
South Korea’s opposition party falters, despite unpopular president
Multiple scandals have sent Democratic Party’s approval rating into tailspin as parliamentary elections draw nearer
May 15, 2023
Evaluating the successes and failures of Yoon Suk-yeol’s first year in office
South Korean president has been a mixed bag of foreign policy wins and mostly unpopular decision-making at home
May 10, 2023
Controversy stalks Yoon and Kishida despite efforts to avoid it at summit
ROK and Japanese leaders made progress on expanding cooperation but face constituents still skeptical of rapprochement
May 8, 2023
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