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KFTC fines against Baemin and Coupang expose Seoul’s platform policy dilemma
Regulators aim to revive competition for restaurants as US scrutiny and Uber’s pending deal raise the stakes
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Spy allegations around Nvidia CEO may put Korea’s AI partnerships under scrutiny
Madison Huang’s canceled Seoul visit comes as US lawmakers seek answers on Nvidia’s security safeguards and China sales
November 9, 2026
US midterm fallout, Korea’s $350B deal and Trump-Kim summit prospects — Ep. 156
Democratic gains raise questions over wartime command transfer, investment oversight and renewed North Korea diplomacy
November 6, 2026
South Korea adds future mine-clearance option to Cheonghae deployment plan
The government wants an expanded mandate south of Oman while pledging to keep its forces outside the war with Iran
November 6, 2026
Trump’s $350 billion South Korea deal faces a Democratic Congress test
Democrats gain oversight of investment decisions in January, while Seoul faces near-term pressure from the White House
November 5, 2026
Lee-Erdogan talks expose the difficult economics of South Korea’s nuclear push
A Sinop financing pact marks progress, but Westinghouse licensing costs and Czech construction disputes create risks
November 4, 2026
Lee ties record 2027 budget to household gains amid fund financing concerns
Lawmakers face decisions over the Future Response Fund as new scrutiny raises doubts about recurring spending
November 3, 2026
US, South Korea and Japan widen economic ties as nuclear plans advance
Foreign ministers sign a preliminary Arctic pact while reactor partners pursue overseas projects and financing
November 2, 2026
South Korea in October 2026: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from October 1 to 30, 2026, and key outlook for November 2026
October 30, 2026
Lee’s online backlash, US alliance tensions and political theatrics — Ep. 155
Lee Jae Myung faces backlash over immigration remarks as defense minister questions US military support
October 30, 2026
