April 26, 2024

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KOREA PRO

KOREA PRO

KOREA PRO is an essential resource providing objective insights and analysis on the most important stories and issues in South Korea, on topics ranging from foreign relations and politics to society and economics.

Podcast

President Yoon-DP leader Lee meeting, arms exports, Cho Kuk’s fate — Ep. 16

Yoon and Lee to discuss $180 handouts; Korea to sell rockets to Poland and missiles to Romania; Cho’s party falls short

KOREA PROKOREA PROApril 26, 2024
Briefings

US aims for three-way nuclear deterrence talks with South Korea, Japan

Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell suggests Nobel Peace Prize for Yoon, Kishida amid regional security concerns

KOREA PROKOREA PROApril 26, 2024
Briefings

South Korea positions itself as key partner in Africa’s development strategy

Meeting between trade minister and AfCFTA Secretary General highlights Seoul’s growing interest in the continent

KOREA PROKOREA PROApril 25, 2024
Briefings

Tensions resurface between Japan and South Korea over historical disputes

Low approval ratings and recent elections could tempt leaders to resort to inflammatory rhetoric, risking progress

KOREA PROKOREA PROApril 24, 2024
Briefings

South Korea, Japan strengthen chip partnership with $120 million investment deal

Industry minister Ahn Duk-geun’s Tokyo visit highlights growing tech cooperation between the two nations

KOREA PROKOREA PROApril 23, 2024
Briefings

Yoon, Lee likely to discuss contentious issues in first meet since inauguration

South Korean president and opposition leader will likely discuss issues related to cash vouchers and special probes

KOREA PROKOREA PROApril 22, 2024
Podcast

President Yoon’s staff shakeup and Sewol documentary controversy — Ep. 15

John is joined by Joon Ha and Lina to discuss post-election developments and KBS’ decision to postpone Sewol documentary

KOREA PROKOREA PROApril 19, 2024
Briefings

US, South Korea, Japan unite to tackle currency woes, supply chain risks

Trilateral meeting addresses won and yen depreciation, non-market practices in key sectors

KOREA PROKOREA PROApril 19, 2024
Briefings

IPEF Supply Chain Agreement takes effect in South Korea amid uncertainties

Industry ministry discussed plans to explore joint projects with IPEF members to diversify critical material sources

KOREA PROKOREA PROApril 18, 2024
Briefings

President Yoon Suk-yeol open to meet opposition leader after election loss

Potential talks with Lee Jae-myung could foster cooperation, but challenges in advancing Yoon’s domestic agenda remain

KOREA PROKOREA PROApril 17, 2024
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