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Leak of defense secrets to North Korea exposes Seoul’s cyber vulnerabilities
Massive data breach puts South Korean spies at risk, undermines intel gathering and erodes trust with allies
July 29, 2024
After Sue Mi Terry, South Korea debates need for crackdown on foreign influence
Broad scope of proposed ROK version of FARA risks turning law into political weapon and straining alliances
July 24, 2024
Seoul braces for potential US policy shift after Trump assassination attempt
Belief incident will increase Trump’s popularity has investors flocking to overseas assets and domestic defense stocks
July 15, 2024
South Korea’s foreign talent push faces hurdles amid aging workforce
New visa policies aim to attract global expertise as demographic and cultural challenges threaten economic stability
July 10, 2024
South Korea’s economic optimism masks growing risks and vulnerabilities
While Seoul touts strong growth, indicators show persistent manufacturing struggles and financial stability concerns
July 4, 2024
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
July 3, 2024
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
June 25, 2024
South Korea faces geopolitical balancing act as Russia and North Korea align
Ambiguous “mutual assistance” clause and potential military cooperation threaten Seoul’s security
June 20, 2024
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
June 17, 2024
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
June 12, 2024
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