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.
The $3.2 billion missile system deal with Saudi Arabia highlights Seoul’s growing influence in the Middle East region
Konfoong’s Asan plant investment may signal South Korea’s chip maneuvering amid growing trade protectionism
Samsung likely set for M&A revival post-acquittal, amid public and international concerns over judicial fairness
Diplomatic spat reflects both countries’ dissatisfaction with each other, but energy trade will likely remain stable
The Korea Pro team unravels the politics behind the bill, Lee Jun-seok’s not-so-new pledge and US-ROK-Japan relations
Central bank’s months-long high interest rates take a toll on South Korea’s real estate and construction industries
Growth projection conflicts with manufacturing sector’s decline, SME export woes and intensifying global conflicts
Move could sow discontent among voters toward the president and the ruling party, already suffering low approval ratings
Lee Jun-seok’s proposal to mandate military service for women collides with fading allure of public sector jobs
Financial Supervisory Service to intensify audit of order-based industries amid concerns over non-performing loans
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