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Why a local by-election in Seoul spells trouble for Yoon Suk-yeol administration
The opposition’s landslide win highlights waning support for Yoon, especially among young and middle-class voters
October 24, 2023
South Korean opposition leader’s arrest warrant denial reflects fractured party
The juxtaposition between the vote on Lee Jae-myung’s parliamentary immunity and arrest rejection bolsters his position
September 27, 2023
South Korea’s auxiliary police force: Logistical challenges and political debate
As the country reels from violent crimes, Seoul proposes reintroducing a disbanded police force but hurdles abound
September 12, 2023
How a South Korean creditor’s troubles put ROK financial stability at risk
Saemaul Geumgo’s over-investment in real estate financing and liquidity issues could snowball into major problems
August 30, 2023
From digital threats to real-world violence: The thin, blurring line
As Korean authorities balance public safety and online freedom, anonymity and easily bypassed laws lead to challenges
August 8, 2023
Green tie politics: A former prime minister’s return ripples through South Korea
Known as a moderate voice, Lee Nak-yeon’s return from US could fuel tensions in progressive party ahead of elections
July 3, 2023
In South Korea, demographics are turning classrooms into retirement homes
Millions of elderly and few children are driving entire rural communities into extinction — and Seoul has few answers
June 5, 2023
Yoon Suk-yeol’s summit in Washington met with lukewarm reception in Seoul
In rare show of unity, both left and right fault president for allegedly conceding right to go nuclear in deal with US
May 4, 2023
Seoul’s foreign policy divisions bubble to surface after key adviser resigns
Reshuffle in national security office sets stage for politicking, which could come at expense of South Korea’s interests
April 24, 2023
How South Korea’s political parties are preparing for upcoming campaign season
A Korea Pro analysis on the two major parties’ strengths and weaknesses, prospects for victory and election goals
April 10, 2023
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