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John Lee

John Lee

John Lee is the editor of KOREA PRO, based in Seoul. Prior to that, he was a contributor for NK News and KOREA PRO. His focus is on South Korean foreign policy and ROK-U.S. relations.

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Why South Korea’s ambitious plan to phase out coal faces serious headwinds

ROK wants to shutter 75% of coal plants by 2039 but will need to address energy security risks and economic disruptions

John LeeJohn LeeNovember 27, 2024
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Seeking new markets, South Korea sets sights on defense deals with Latin America

Submarine project with Peru and resource deal with Chile highlight Seoul’s push to expand its global influence

John LeeJohn LeeNovember 25, 2024
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Trump’s return forces South Korea’s defense industry to adapt to new realities

Demands on NATO, shifting Gulf priorities and US protectionism threaten arms export successes but create opportunities

John LeeJohn LeeNovember 19, 2024
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South Korea’s Ukraine observer mission sparks debate about military deployment

2003 directive allows some deployments without parliamentary oversight, but critics say it doesn’t apply in Ukraine case

John LeeJohn LeeNovember 12, 2024
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South Korea faces tough choices due to Trump’s hardline stance on China

Trump could demand defense cost hikes and tough approach to Taiwan, straining Seoul’s ties with Washington and Beijing

John LeeJohn LeeNovember 11, 2024
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Donald Trump’s win sets stage for digital trade battle with South Korea

Proposed platform regulations in ROK may fuel trade tensions as Trump brandishes tariffs to protect US tech firms

John LeeJohn LeeNovember 7, 2024
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South Korea’s arms export boom at risk amid opposition’s push for restrictions

Proposed laws targeting conflict-zone sales could impact defense industry growth, innovation and global partnerships

John LeeJohn LeeNovember 6, 2024
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South Korea shelves expansion of capital gains tax, boosting market liquidity

Repeal of Financial Investment Income Tax aims to stabilize markets but raises questions about fiscal sustainability

John LeeJohn LeeNovember 4, 2024
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What a Harris presidency could mean for South Korea’s economic and security ties

Seoul can expect export controls and compliance demands if vice president wins, impacting trade, nuclear energy and more

John LeeJohn LeeNovember 1, 2024
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South Korea confronts ethical risks of interrogating North Koreans in Ukraine

While critics fear export of torture if ROK dispatches advisers, it’s in Seoul’s interest to uphold international law

John LeeJohn LeeOctober 29, 2024
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