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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
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
June 4, 2024
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
May 30, 2024
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
May 29, 2024
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
May 27, 2024
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