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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 extends review of Google’s mapping data export amid US trade tension

Tariff deal without written terms could make mapping dispute a bargaining chip for Trump and Lee as lobbying accelerates

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 11, 2025
Podcast

Seoul cracks down on firms as inflation risks rise and UFS drills shift — Ep. 92

Jeongmin and John unpack Seoul’s crackdown on corporate safety, cash voucher risks and UFS delays

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 8, 2025
Briefings

South Korea’s fragile rebound leans on chips and temporary consumption aid

KDI flags risks to chip exports and construction jobs, with cash vouchers masking deeper fragilities in domestic demand

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 8, 2025
Briefings

South Korea names 41 businesses for failing gender equity compliance mandates

Companies falling short on female hiring standards face procurement penalties and reputational exposure

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 7, 2025
Briefings

South Korea’s inflation flatlines but food prices and vouchers add new pressure

Bank of Korea highlights inflation volatility as telecom discounts, cash vouchers and US tariffs complicate outlook

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 6, 2025
Briefings

Korea Eximbank projects 3-4% Q3 export drop as US tariffs start to bite

South Korea’s export gains from chip demand face pressure as front-loaded orders fade and tariff impacts deepen in H2

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 5, 2025
Briefings

South Korea eyes swift Trump-Lee summit amid fragile tariff deal and US demands

Non-binding $350 billion investment promise hangs over summit agenda, with defense, tech and China policy all in play

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 4, 2025
Month In Review

South Korea in July 2025: A month in review and what’s ahead

An analytical look at the main developments from July 1 to 30, 2025, and key outlook for August 2025

Podcast

South Korea’s $350 billion trade pledge and Trump’s tariff threat — Ep. 91

With tariffs looming, Seoul pledged billions in US investments, but the fine print, or lack thereof, raises concerns

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 1, 2025
Briefings

US, South Korean defense chiefs reaffirm deterrence as tariff deal reshapes ties

Hegseth and Ahn emphasize joint drills and extended posture following tariff agreement and USFK tour changes

KOREA PROKOREA PROAugust 1, 2025
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