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.
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Massive data breach puts South Korean spies at risk, undermines intel gathering and erodes trust with allies
Broad scope of proposed ROK version of FARA risks turning law into political weapon and straining alliances
Belief incident will increase Trump’s popularity has investors flocking to overseas assets and domestic defense stocks
New visa policies aim to attract global expertise as demographic and cultural challenges threaten economic stability
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