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December 23, 2024

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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.

Briefings

South Korean banks hike mortgage rates amid surging household debt

Despite rate hikes, expectations of higher property prices will likely keep driving loan demand among borrowers

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 20, 2024
Briefings

Trilateral cooperation marks first anniversary amid leadership changes

U.S., South Korea and Japan celebrate progress, but Yoon likely to focus on economic cooperation to ensure durability

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 19, 2024
Podcast

Yoon’s defense reshuffle and EV battery disclosure — Ep. 34

New appointments signal foreign policy priorities; voluntary disclosure of EV battery info raises concerns

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 16, 2024
Briefings

Yoon’s Liberation Day speech sidesteps Japan, hints at unification by absorption

Independence groups boycott Yoon’s Liberation Day celebration that focused on North Korea instead of Japan

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 16, 2024
Briefings

Japanese Prime Minister won’t seek reelection amid scandals, low approval

South Korea will closely monitor transition, seeking continuity in hard-won progress toward improved bilateral ties

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 15, 2024
Briefings

South Korea’s cybersecurity law revisions may be too little too late

New regulations mandate quick reporting, but recent breaches expose critical gaps in South Korea’s cyber defenses

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 14, 2024
Briefings

Yoon reshuffles security team amid rising regional tensions

Key appointments reflect administration’s focus on strengthening alliances and deterring regional threats

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 13, 2024
Briefings

Bank of Korea faces policy dilemma amid global economic uncertainties

Central bank grapples with balancing growth support against currency stability amid declining swap rates

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 12, 2024
Podcast

Sado mine controversy lingers as espionage reform gains steam — Ep. 33

Seoul grapples with Tokyo’s rejection of forced labor acknowledgment and bipartisan push for espionage law overhaul

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 9, 2024
Briefings

Seoul’s spy scandal exposes intelligence vulnerabilities

Defense ministry refers official to prosecution amid efforts to reform intelligence command and update espionage law

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 9, 2024
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