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December 24, 2024

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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 faces medical meltdown amid doctor strike

As doctors walk out, Seoul turns to stopgap measures to bridge healthcare deficit, spotlighting medical vulnerabilities

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 20, 2024
Briefings

South Korea-Japan transport talks resume after eight-year hiatus

Renewed dialogue will likely serve as platform to address demographic challenges, carbon neutrality in transport

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 19, 2024
Podcast

Unlikely political allies merge, youth views on birthrate & egg freezing — Ep. 5

The Korea Pro team discusses political implications of New Reform Party merger and changing norms on family planning 

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 16, 2024
Briefings

South Korea-Cuba diplomatic ties present geopolitical, trade wins but face risks

Seoul’s outreach to Havana marks a pivotal moment amid upcoming US presidential elections and inter-Korean tensions

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 16, 2024
Briefings

President Yoon’s push for regional development faces uphill battle

Systemic legal, political reforms needed for Busan to emerge as tech, finance hub as country faces entrenched interests

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 15, 2024
Briefings

South Korea extends grace period for SMEs to delay taxation as larger firms

The move aims to alleviate growth fears for smaller firms, but likely not fiscally sustainable

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 14, 2024
Briefings

South Korea’s doctors on the brink with strike over enrollment surge plans

Government and doctors clash on increasing medical school quotas amid a doctor shortage in critical areas

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 13, 2024
Briefings

Unlikely allies unite to challenge South Korea’s political duopoly

New party seeks to capture disillusioned voters from major parties, but doubts about the new entity’s longevity remain

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 12, 2024
Podcast

South Korea’s arms sale to Saudi Arabia and confusing election systems — Ep. 4

The Korea Pro team discusses sale of missile interceptors and defense technology leaks

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 9, 2024
Briefings

President Yoon’s defense of first lady in TV interview ignites backlash

Yoon’s low approval rate could deepen rifts within the ruling People Power Party and alienate voters

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 9, 2024
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