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Corporate influence in South Korean sports sparks outrage, and calls for reform
Experts say ROK teams need outside funding to survive but emphasize need for transparency in sports management
March 25, 2024
Why conscripting women to serve in South Korea’s military is a tough sell
Population decline creates big need for troops, but public opinion and institutional norms may not move quickly enough
March 14, 2024
South Korea’s military drone ambitions face challenges amid global competition
Defense firms hope UAVs will be next big export, but experts say underdeveloped systems still hinder ROK’s potential
March 13, 2024
Environmental woes mount as South Korea pushes industrial expansion
Despite evidence of harm, experts and NGOs accuse the government of downplaying concerns, favoring industrial interests
March 6, 2024
South Korea’s adoption scandal unveils harrowing realities
Adoptees and advocates push for transparency as investigations shed light on decades of misconduct
February 28, 2024
South Korean firefighters fight more than fire amid mental health challenge
Mental health experts advocate enhanced support for first responders amid rising stress and tragic loss of life
February 21, 2024
Pitfalls and prospects for South Korea’s unlikely new political party
Experts appear positive about the four-way merger, saying it could open door for reform among major parties
February 16, 2024
New legislation to protect cryptocurrency exchange users faces mixed reactions
Some experts raise concerns that stringent regulations could prove too challenging for local blockchain enterprises
February 14, 2024
South Korea’s new mugshot law sparks transparency versus privacy debate
Despite a spike in heinous crimes, experts voice concerns that pushing for suspect identity could violate privacy
January 26, 2024
Why South Korea remained cautious in congratulating Taiwan’s election result
South Korea’s muted response to Taiwan’s election results shows its approach is based on security calculations
January 19, 2024
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