Business & Economy
China’s export restrictions test South Korea’s supply chain resilience
Seoul races to secure essential minerals, but continuing trend of Chinese export restrictions exposes vulnerabilities
December 25, 2023
South Korean political parties strike deal on 2024 budget amid election pressure
Ruling and opposition unite over national budget, focusing on R&D and regional projects in pre-election move
December 21, 2023
South Korea faces cybersecurity crisis amid R&D budget cuts
The Yoon administration’s reduction in R&D funding raises concerns over national cyber defense capabilities
December 19, 2023
BOK’s digital currency experiment reflects global trend, faces challenges
BOK’s collaboration with LG CNS on CBDC development aims to streamline finance amid monetary policy concerns
December 19, 2023
How South Korea’s industry minister nominee will implement Yoon’s trade strategy
Ahn Duk-geun will likely pursue targeted bilateral agreements to overcome protectionism and enhance domestic industries
December 18, 2023
South Korea warily opens its forex market, eyeing growth but fearing instability
Experts welcome Seoul’s plans to expand trading hours and open to international investors, despite inherent risks
December 15, 2023
South Korea eases foreign investors’ access to domestic securities amid risks
New policy ends foreign investor registration but raises concerns over market stability and control
December 15, 2023
Seoul’s glitzy pet stores peddle puppies as shelters overflow with unwanted dogs
Activists are pushing legislation to reform South Korea’s animal sales, but face stiff opposition from pet industry
December 13, 2023
South Korea’s arms sales to Poland under threat from political changes in Warsaw
Political transition in Poland threatens to upend South Korea’s arms sale strategy in European defense market
December 12, 2023
US and South Korea boost tech partnership as China’s influence looms
South Korea’s tech partnership with the US highlights broader strategic tensions in ROK-China relations
December 11, 2023
