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Opposition passes historic budget cuts, raising concerns over fiscal stability and investor confidence
South Korea moves to protect critical supply chains amid China’s export controls on US-bound materials
Unclear governance structure raises concerns over military control and economic stability
Failed impeachment vote ensures prolonged conflict as opposition vows to retry amid public distrust of Yoon’s leadership
Kim Yong-hyun takes the blame for the crisis, but opposition calls for Yoon’s impeachment continue to grow
Senior officials offer to step down, leaving the president vulnerable to mounting political pressure
The Korea Pro team unpacks Yoon Suk-yeol’s declaration, reactions and what lies ahead for South Korea
Yoon Suk-yeol faces political isolation as allies distance themselves and lawmakers call for impeachment and prosecution
Korea Pro examines the future of the U.S.-ROK alliance with The Brookings Institution Korean studies Chair
Special activity fund cuts and impeachment motions compound tensions, delaying critical 2025 budget approval
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