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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.

Podcast

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

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 21, 2025
Briefings

South Korea’s consumer sentiment rises in February but data masks bigger dangers

Despite rebound from December’s lows, weak job growth, inflation risks and external threats keep South Koreans cautious

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 21, 2025
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South Korea unveils $254 billion export rescue plan amid rising protectionism

Government aid may cushion the blow, but it cannot reverse global trade fragmentation or prevent a prolonged downturn

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 20, 2025
Briefings

Czech nuclear deal puts South Korea’s energy ambitions to the ultimate test

With a confidential Westinghouse settlement in place, Seoul’s nuclear push now depends on pricing, politics and demand

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 19, 2025
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South Korea’s 2025 budget overview ignores looming fiscal storm and debt risks

Seoul expects stability, but corporate debt, external headwinds and additional stimulus may derail fiscal plans

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 18, 2025
Briefings

US and South Korea reaffirm alliance as trade and security tensions mount

Cho Tae-yul meets top US officials and lawmakers as Seoul weighs economic and security trade-offs under Trump

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 17, 2025
Podcast

Trump’s tariffs, Seoul’s diplomatic catch-up and Yoon’s trial — Ep. 61

The Korea Pro team dissects the latest economic, foreign policy and domestic political developments shaping South Korea

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 14, 2025
Briefings

US retreat on Ukraine may push Europe to turn to South Korea for defense needs

With Russia poised to hold its territorial gains, Europe will likely seek new weapons suppliers for rapid deployment

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 14, 2025
Briefings

BOK data signals economic slowdown as firms burn cash and trade pressures mount

South Korean businesses using loans to stay afloat while US tariffs and Fed policy delays tighten financial conditions

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 13, 2025
Briefings

South Korea invests record $1.8 billion to dominate next-gen shipbuilding

The government is boosting green and digital ship tech to outpace China as US trade barriers raise costs

KOREA PROKOREA PROFebruary 12, 2025
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