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January 23, 2025

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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

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
Briefings

South Korea and the Philippines agree to boost ties

Manila’s defense pact with Tokyo, Beijing’s maritime assertiveness and brewing political feud complicate matters

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 8, 2024
Briefings

South Korea’s Cabinet moves to veto contentious broadcasting bills

Clashes over broadcasting bills, labor rights and economic measures erode public’s confidence in the government

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 7, 2024
Briefings

South Korea’s stock market sinks as US economic woes spark global sell-off

Financial Services Commission calls for proactive measures to address household debt and external economic pressures

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 6, 2024
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