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John Lee

John Lee

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.

Analysis

South Korea’s economic optimism masks growing risks and vulnerabilities

While Seoul touts strong growth, indicators show persistent manufacturing struggles and financial stability concerns

John LeeJohn LeeJuly 4, 2024
Analysis

South Korea braces for economic fallout as new wave of baby boomers retires

Bank of Korea projects long-term decline in growth and consumption as country’s largest generation leaves the workforce

John LeeJohn LeeJuly 3, 2024
Analysis

South Korea’s opposition gains upper hand in legislative power struggle

Democratic Party could use control of key committees to obstruct Yoon’s economic reforms and foreign policy

John LeeJohn LeeJune 25, 2024
Analysis

South Korea faces geopolitical balancing act as Russia and North Korea align

Ambiguous “mutual assistance” clause and potential military cooperation threaten Seoul’s security

John LeeJohn LeeJune 20, 2024
Analysis

How Seoul can respond to new security threats from a Putin trip to Pyongyang

Russia and North Korea could bolster military ties at summit, but South Korea has ways to counter such cooperation

John LeeJohn LeeJune 17, 2024
Analysis

South Korea’s sluggish renewable energy transition puts economy at risk

Falling behind other developed nations in clean energy adoption will hinder country’s competitiveness and reputation

John LeeJohn LeeJune 12, 2024
Analysis

As summer rains loom, South Korea confronts the economic costs of climate change

Monsoons have wreaked destruction in recent years, underscoring risks to agriculture, industry and more as temps rise

John LeeJohn LeeJune 4, 2024
Analysis

New allegations Yoon meddled in marine death case fuel scrutiny of his actions

Revelation of president’s phone calls to ex-defense chief risk turning case into all-consuming political controversy

John LeeJohn LeeMay 30, 2024
Analysis

Deadlock over radioactive waste jeopardizes future of South Korean nuclear power

Political disputes have obstructed efforts to build more storage, putting energy security and economic growth at risk

John LeeJohn LeeMay 29, 2024
Analysis

South Korea-China summit meeting highlights opportunities and challenges

Seoul seeks to expand trade and investment with Beijing, but with new markets come new risks

John LeeJohn LeeMay 27, 2024
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