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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 Korea’s G7 diplomacy highlights energy focus, uneven US access

Seoul expands engagements across partners but misses Rubio meeting as Hormuz risks drive coordination

KOREA PROKOREA PROMarch 30, 2026
Podcast

Oil shock fallout, reported Russia imports and KF-21 rollout — Ep. 125

Rising prices strain the economy as South Korea explores new supply options and navigates shifting alliances

KOREA PROKOREA PROMarch 27, 2026
Briefings

South Korea rolls out multi-layered response to Middle East shock

Fuel tax cuts, price controls and supply measures deployed as Seoul moves to manage economic impact across sectors

KOREA PROKOREA PROMarch 27, 2026
Briefings

South Korea’s consumer sentiment drops sharply as outlook weakens on oil shock

Forward expectations fall fastest since Dec. 2024 while inflation fears rise, highlighting early-stage demand risks

KOREA PROKOREA PROMarch 26, 2026
Briefings

South Korea moves to curb energy demand as supply shock intensifies

Seoul raises alert level and rolls out conservation measures as Iran war disrupts oil and liquefied natural gas flows

KOREA PROKOREA PROMarch 25, 2026
Briefings

South Korea moves to curb fuel exports as Hormuz supply risks intensify

Measures to limit outflows suggest Seoul is preparing for tighter markets as crude disruptions threaten supply chains

KOREA PROKOREA PROMarch 24, 2026
Briefings

Lee Jae Myung taps BIS economist to lead central bank amid market volatility

Currency weakness, oil shock and market volatility narrow policy space ahead of central bank leadership change

KOREA PROKOREA PROMarch 23, 2026
Podcast

Iran war fallout on global alliances, energy deals and BTS comeback — Ep. 124

Policy reversals on Iran test alliances as South Korea confronts rising oil prices and domestic pressures

KOREA PROKOREA PROMarch 20, 2026
Briefings

South Korea weighs Russian oil imports as energy risks intensify

Seoul explores limited options under sanctions framework as supply concerns shift from price to availability

KOREA PROKOREA PROMarch 20, 2026
Briefings

Korea posts strong February jobs as government shifts toward crisis footing

Employment gains driven by public hiring as Seoul secures oil supply and prepares emergency budget amid energy risks

KOREA PROKOREA PROMarch 19, 2026
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