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South Korea eyes postwar role in Iran as Trump weighs $300bn reconstruction fund
Seoul sees opportunities in Iran again, but sanctions relief and investment rules will depend on US-Iran talks
June 17, 2026
Seoul turns Iran war lessons into long-term energy strategy with Riyadh
South Korea signs energy pact while expanding cooperation into minerals and industry despite easing tensions in the Gulf
June 16, 2026
Lee’s Italy trip reveals Seoul’s growing focus on Europe and economic security
From digital trade to AI and industrial policy, the visit showed why Europe matters more to Korea than before
June 15, 2026
Record Coupang penalty, local elections fallout and new PM nominee — Ep. 136
South Korea’s largest e-commerce company comes under renewed scrutiny while NEC grapples with mounting public distrust
June 12, 2026
South Korea delivers record penalty as Coupang case enters new phase
Appeals are expected, but regulators have now established a formal account of the breach and its aftermath
June 12, 2026
South Korea moves to loosen banking AI restrictions amid cyber risks
Financial regulator plans network-separation exemptions while expanding anti-phishing and fraud defenses
June 11, 2026
South Korea turns US investment pledge into long-term state policy
New rules create a 20-year framework for managing alliance-linked investments and strategic projects
June 10, 2026
Nvidia bets on South Korea as AI push expands beyond semiconductors
Partnerships with major Korean firms point to growing interest in robotics, cloud services and AI platforms
June 9, 2026
South Korea escalates response to ballot shortage election controversy
Lee Jae Myung backs investigations and reforms as pressure mounts on election authorities after voting disruptions
June 8, 2026
DP dominates local elections, PPP holds Seoul and ballot controversy — Ep. 135
South Korea’s ruling party expands its regional foothold as conservatives find reasons for optimism in the capital
June 5, 2026
