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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

Yoon Suk-yeol becomes first sitting president arrested in South Korea

Markets show optimism, but political uncertainty looms over governance and security challenges

KOREA PROKOREA PROJanuary 16, 2025
Briefings

South Korea secures US AI tech access amid tightened export controls worldwide

Access to cutting-edge AI chips boosts South Korea’s tech edge but raises challenges in China trade relations

KOREA PROKOREA PROJanuary 15, 2025
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Japan’s foreign minister visits South Korea amid Yoon’s impeachment

With a DP-led government likely to take over the reins, Tokyo positions itself for changing foreign policy approaches

KOREA PROKOREA PROJanuary 14, 2025
Briefings

South Korea strengthens economic links with US ahead of Trump administration

Trade talks with US leaders highlight collaboration opportunities and the value of South Korean companies

KOREA PROKOREA PROJanuary 13, 2025
Podcast

Trump’s Inauguration, nuclear deals and South Korea’s legal battles — Ep. 56

The Korea Pro team discusses the latest nuclear energy pact, legal chaos and business ties at Trump’s inauguration

KOREA PROKOREA PROJanuary 10, 2025
Briefings

Patients face higher costs as South Korea overhauls health insurance policies

Non-reimbursed services like manual therapy will see out-of-pocket costs rise to 90 to 95% under new healthcare reforms

KOREA PROKOREA PROJanuary 10, 2025
Briefings

Seoul expands ASEAN partnerships ahead of Trump’s White House return

New initiatives target digital growth, climate action and workforce development to bolster trade links

KOREA PROKOREA PROJanuary 9, 2025
Briefings

South Korea’s financial plans aim to stabilize a wobbling economy

FSC aims to tackle low consumption, export challenges and political instability as Yoon’s impeachment shakes markets

KOREA PROKOREA PROJanuary 8, 2025
Briefings

Stronger oversight aims to fix flaws in South Korea’s mutual credit institutions

New rules impose stricter oversight on Saemaul Geumgo while expanding liquidity and governance controls

KOREA PROKOREA PROJanuary 7, 2025
Briefings

South Korea’s security service faces backlash over blocking Yoon arrest warrant

Acting president’s silence and opposition calls for PSS reform escalate political and institutional tensions

KOREA PROKOREA PROJanuary 6, 2025
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