John Lee is the Managing Editor of Korea Pro, based in Seoul, where he leads daily executive briefings, in-depth analyses and high-level events for business leaders, diplomats and policy professionals. Since joining Korea Pro in 2022, he has expanded the platform’s coverage of South Korea’s economy, trade and foreign policy and moderates its flagship Korea Business Forum and Seoul Circuit series. Before taking the helm at Korea Pro, John contributed to NK News and Korea Pro as a writer focused on South Korean foreign policy and U.S.-ROK relations. His work blends on-the-ground reporting with data-driven analysis of South Korea’s political economy, economic security and its evolving role in global affairs.
Sending goods via Chinese subsidiaries risks straining ties with US and NATO and exposes companies to investigation
Bank of Korea’s rate cut aims to ease financial pressure, but rising household debt and inflation risks persist
Inclusion in FTSE Russell’s Bond Index follows reforms and could attract billions in capital, but market risks remain
With no legislative support, South Korea turns to presidential committee to foster AI innovation amid global competition
Growing tensions, supply chain disruptions and energy concerns could undercut export success in key markets
Israel intercepted most but not all Iranian missiles, offering lessons for how Seoul defends against North Korea’s nukes
Ishiba’s moderate stance on historical issues could facilitate cooperation, if military focus doesn’t raise alarm
Institutional investors face further regulatory costs as Seoul struggles to implement its new monitoring system on time
Amendments to financial laws target gaps exposed by TMON-Wemakeprice crisis but may limit market competition
As mobile games fall out of favor and Chinese competitors emerge, South Korean developers strive to remain relevant
Specialist news and analysis,
research tools, and unique data sets
Internet Explorer is not compatible with this website. We instead recommend using Chrome, Edge, Firefox or Safari.
Microsoft ceased supporting IE 10 and older in 2016.
In addition, Microsoft cyber-security chief Chris Jackson has been urging users to stop using the browser since February 2019.
