Business & Economy
South Korea-China summit meeting highlights opportunities and challenges
Seoul seeks to expand trade and investment with Beijing, but with new markets come new risks
May 27, 2024
Trilateral summit in Northeast Asia faces uphill battle amid rising tensions
Geopolitical dynamics and entrenched disputes pose significant hurdles for South Korea, Japan and China
May 27, 2024
Samsung’s new chipmaker head, short-selling ban, overseas purchases — Ep. 21
The Korea Pro team discusses a range of business and economic issues that dominated the headlines in the past week
May 24, 2024
South Korea’s chip industry faces uphill battle despite massive support package
$19 billion investment fails to tackle key challenges as Taiwan’s TSMC outpaces in R&D spending and government support
May 24, 2024
South Korea extends short-selling ban pending “reliable system” implementation
While aiming to curb illegal practices, prolonged ban may impact market efficiency and investor confidence
May 23, 2024
South Korea’s foreign minister seeks to bolster ties with Latin America
Cho Tae-yul meets with 17 ambassadors, discusses cooperation in defense, aerospace and electric vehicles
May 22, 2024
Why Samsung’s surprise semiconductor shakeup is a high-stakes gamble
Firm aims to minimize disruption by only replacing semiconductor division chief but needs decisive action to stem losses
May 21, 2024
South Korea’s presidential office apologizes for overseas direct purchase fiasco
Lack of consultation and consideration of public sentiment leads to confusion over overseas direct purchase regulations
May 21, 2024
South Korean arms deals at risk as Poland struggles to secure funding
“Polonization” of equipment in jeopardy as new government inherits unclear financing for multibillion-dollar contracts
May 20, 2024
Yoon pushes for R&D boost, scrapping feasibility studies to drive growth
South Korean president’s plan aims to accelerate innovation but raises concerns over resource allocation
May 20, 2024
