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January 21, 2025

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Joon Ha Park

Joon Ha Park

Joon Ha Park is a correspondent at Korea Risk Group. He has previously written on issues related to the two Koreas at The Peninsula Report, and appeared on ABC News Australia, Deutsche Welle and Monocle Radio. He specializes in offering in-depth analyses of South Korea’s defense policy, security relations and domestic politics for Korea Pro.

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South Korea and Japan eye stronger ties but history and strategy complicate path

Defense cooperation is vital, but unresolved wartime issues and conflicting priorities hinder meaningful progress

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South Korea faces growing cyber threats from allies and enemies alike

Rising threats from multiple nations and private actors lead to calls for stronger defenses and global cooperation

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South Korea’s Cheonan survivors still awaiting mental health support

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South Korea’s independent theaters face extinction amid multiplex dominance

Experts say corporate control over film industry crowds out smaller players, to detriment of creativity and diversity

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South Korea’s e-sports professionals face career instability amid education gaps

A fragmented education system and dependence on limited game titles threaten the future of the country’s e-sports stars

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Homelessness in South Korea remains underreported and under-supported

Despite a decline, experts highlight critical gaps in housing access and essential services for vulnerable groups

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South Korea weighs university admissions overhaul to address growing inequality

Proposal aims to spread opportunities nationwide, but experts worry about the impact on quality and competitiveness

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Artificial intelligence takes center stage in South Korea’s defense strategy

Advanced technologies promise enhanced border surveillance and decision-making, but ethical concerns loom on the horizon

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South Korean politicians call for tougher restrictions on foreign voting rights

With concerns over Chinese voter impact, lawmakers propose longer residency periods and reciprocity clauses

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