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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
ROK parliament threatens to override Yoon veto, and undermine his presidency
Some ruling party members appear willing to back investigation into marine’s death, siding with opposition over Yoon
May 23, 2024
Why Samsung’s surprise semiconductor shakeup is a high-stakes gamble
Firm aims to minimize disruption by only replacing semiconductor division chief but needs decisive action to stem losses
May 21, 2024
Why South Korea’s AUKUS Pillar 2 aspirations may be a distant dream
Systemic security flaws and technology leaks have called into question Seoul’s readiness for the advanced military pact
May 13, 2024
How Chinese e-commerce giants are disrupting the South Korean market
Temu and AliExpress have expanded with aggressive pricing and marketing, spurring regulators to scramble for solutions
May 7, 2024
Controversial deportation of foreign students highlights ROK’s immigration woes
Mismanagement and financial pressures leave students vulnerable as universities seek to offset declining enrollment
May 6, 2024
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