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Polls show Democratic Party pulling ahead as conservative scandal widens
Allegations of illegal election meddling deepen conservative crisis, leaving no clear challenger to Lee Jae-myung
March 4, 2025
South Korea in February 2025: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from Feb. 1 to 28, 2025, and key outlook for March 2025
March 3, 2025
Choi’s March 1 address warns of US and China pressures on South Korea’s future
Acting president urges stronger economic and security autonomy as Trump pushes tariffs and Beijing tightens influence
March 3, 2025
Yoon’s final defense and China’s warning to South Korea — Ep. 63
The Korea Pro team unpacks Yoon’s closing argument, Beijing’s diplomatic warning and Han Dong-hoon’s political ambitions
February 28, 2025
Choi legally obligated to appoint justice, but court ruling lacks enforcement
With no clear enforcement and an election looming, political calculations may influence Ma Eun-hyuk’s appointment
February 28, 2025
South Korea cracks down on risky bank investments with tough new regulations
High-risk structured products will face stricter sales rules, tougher oversight and investor protection measures
February 27, 2025
South Korea boosts tech export restrictions, softens stance on Russia
MOTIE tightens control on advanced tech, signals nuanced position by easing humanitarian medical exports to Moscow
February 26, 2025
South Korea to resume short selling in March but market risks remain high
After a 17-month ban, short selling will resume with new oversight measures, but concerns remain over policy consistency
February 25, 2025
South Korea publishes Korean-Language GCC FTA text for public review
As Trump’s tariffs hit global trade, Seoul’s deal with the Gulf states offers relief in the form of cheaper oil and gas
February 24, 2025
Han Duck-soo’s testimony and South Korea’s diplomatic reckoning — Ep. 62
The Korea Pro team dissects how South Korea is navigating its most complex geopolitical and domestic challenges yet
February 21, 2025
