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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

Acting President caught in crossfire between opposition and ruling parties

Veiled threats, opposition party’s demands and ruling party’s pressure leave Han Duck-soo in a precarious position

KOREA PROKOREA PRODecember 16, 2024
Briefings

Yoon Suk-yeol impeached as South Korea plunges into political uncertainty

National Assembly votes to remove president after martial law fallout, with Constitutional Court set to decide his fate

KOREA PROKOREA PRODecember 14, 2024
Podcast

Yoon defends martial law as South Korea’s political crisis deepens — Ep. 52

Korea Pro analyzes the president’s dramatic address and its implications for impeachment, governance and stability

KOREA PROKOREA PRODecember 13, 2024
Briefings

Cho Kuk sentenced as impeachment threat against Yoon enters critical stage

Opposition remains intact after Cho’s removal, with impeachment proceedings likely to intensify political gridlock

KOREA PROKOREA PRODecember 13, 2024
Briefings

Bank of Korea announces major reform to benchmark interest rates for 2025

The new system ties benchmarks to transaction-based rates, enhancing stability and aligning with global trends

KOREA PROKOREA PRODecember 12, 2024
Briefings

South Korea’s finance ministry pledges liquidity measures to calm market fears

Opposition passes historic budget cuts, raising concerns over fiscal stability and investor confidence

KOREA PROKOREA PRODecember 11, 2024
Briefings

South Korea holds supply chain talks with China amid domestic chaos

South Korea moves to protect critical supply chains amid China’s export controls on US-bound materials

KOREA PROKOREA PRODecember 10, 2024
Briefings

Yoon becomes first sitting South Korean president under treason investigation

Unclear governance structure raises concerns over military control and economic stability

KOREA PROKOREA PRODecember 9, 2024
Briefings

Yoon Suk-yeol avoids impeachment for now, but faces rising political instability

Failed impeachment vote ensures prolonged conflict as opposition vows to retry amid public distrust of Yoon’s leadership

KOREA PROKOREA PRODecember 7, 2024
Briefings

South Korea’s defense minister resigns as martial law fallout escalates

Kim Yong-hyun takes the blame for the crisis, but opposition calls for Yoon’s impeachment continue to grow

KOREA PROKOREA PRODecember 6, 2024
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