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South Korean proposal to pay foreigners less sparks uproar over worker rights
Debate is intensifying over plan to address elderly care shortage by recruiting foreigners at sub-minimum wage
March 21, 2024
Why conscripting women to serve in South Korea’s military is a tough sell
Population decline creates big need for troops, but public opinion and institutional norms may not move quickly enough
March 14, 2024
South Korea’s retail war pits consumer convenience against worker welfare
Supermarket workers and small businesses push back against government’s plan to prioritize consumer needs over welfare
March 7, 2024
Why South Korea’s urban expansion is a double-edged sword for growth
The Yoon administration’s plans to develop military lands raise questions on speculation and national defense
February 29, 2024
Singlehood surges in South Korea as youth rethink marriage
Economic pressures and personal goals lead to varied family units, reflecting changing societal norms and policy needs
February 22, 2024
Poverty and increased life expectancy mean many senior South Koreans must work
But labor market for elderly Koreans is plagued by low-wages, lack of stability and few opportunities
February 15, 2024
Satellite parties and political machinations test South Korean elections
Korea Pro answers some of the most frequently asked questions about the ROK’s complicated election system
February 9, 2024
Why young South Koreans’ rural dream meets harsh farming reality
Many young people who move to countryside for better life end up returning to city due to lack of government support
January 24, 2024
South Korea’s new focus on economic security reflects China, US trade concerns
Experts tell Korea Pro that National Security Office expansion part of effort to brace for ‘weaponized’ supply chains
January 12, 2024
Leadership challenges shake South Korea’s major parties before general election
Struggling with low approval rates and intra-party dissent, the PPP and DP face a fractured political landscape
January 3, 2024
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