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Yoon’s controversial ambassador pick sparks political firestorm in South Korea
Appointment of ex-defense chief under investigation risks stoking public outrage and damaging ties with Australia
March 11, 2024
Why a push to reform South Korean spy law risks a diplomatic fallout with China
Current ROK law only forbids espionage for North Korea, while focusing on punishments over measures to prevent leaks
March 4, 2024
Why South Koreans pursue convenience store dreams in an oversaturated market
An unforgiving job market is driving self-employment, but new business owners quickly find the odds stacked against them
February 27, 2024
A tale of two polls: Reading between the lines of Yoon’s clashing approval rates
Realeter and Gallup Korea show stark differences in Yoon Suk-yeol’s popularity, but also support as he pushes for change
February 26, 2024
South Korea’s fighter jet project hits turbulence amid tech theft saga
Allegations of espionage by Indonesian engineers put a spotlight on security and trust in defense collaborations
February 7, 2024
Why new political parties are emerging ahead of South Korea’s general elections
As the two major parties face internal dissent and leadership crises, rifts signal a changing political landscape
January 31, 2024
South Korea’s ruling party leader faces quandary amid rift with President Yoon
Discord between Yoon and ruling party’s interim leader over first lady’s alleged misdeeds casts shadow over elections
January 25, 2024
South Korea contemplates defense role in Red Sea tensions
Potential coalition role puts Seoul’s diplomatic and military prowess under the spotlight
January 18, 2024
From EVs to rare earths: South Korea’s biggest economic successes of 2023
In part two, Korea Pro looks back at bright spots in Seoul’s efforts to bolster supply chains, boost exports and more
January 1, 2024
A year of robust foreign policy: South Korea’s biggest successes of 2023
Korea Pro has selected developments that showcased Seoul’s strengths and provide a foundation to build on in year ahead
December 29, 2023
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