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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South Korean defense firms could benefit from increased allied spending, but face competition and U.S. market risks
Moving National Assembly could promote regional development and win votes, but may also be unconstitutional
South Korea may double-down on trilateral cooperation to avoid being sidelined, but risks blowback from neighbors
Bid to join elite group will depend on ability to address domestic and global challenges, including risks for China ties
Appointment of ex-defense chief under investigation risks stoking public outrage and damaging ties with Australia
Current ROK law only forbids espionage for North Korea, while focusing on punishments over measures to prevent leaks
An unforgiving job market is driving self-employment, but new business owners quickly find the odds stacked against them
Realeter and Gallup Korea show stark differences in Yoon Suk-yeol’s popularity, but also support as he pushes for change
Allegations of espionage by Indonesian engineers put a spotlight on security and trust in defense collaborations
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