Business & Economy
South Korea’s cost-effective guided rocket hits bullseye in US military test
LIG Nex1 aims for US export deal after successful evaluation of its cost-effective weapon system
July 16, 2024
Seoul braces for potential US policy shift after Trump assassination attempt
Belief incident will increase Trump’s popularity has investors flocking to overseas assets and domestic defense stocks
July 15, 2024
President Yoon Suk-yeol at NATO, employment high and party drama — Ep. 29
Jeongmin and John discuss Yoon’s NATO meetings, labor ministry data and Han Dong-hoon’s leadership bid
July 12, 2024
Tying the knot or not: South Korea’s trend of delayed marriage registration
Couples remain single on paper to improve their chances of securing affordable apartments in a competitive market
July 12, 2024
South Korea’s job market shines, but economic storm brews
Record-high employment rates mask sectoral challenges, currency pressures and opposition’s push for cash handout
July 11, 2024
South Korea’s foreign talent push faces hurdles amid aging workforce
New visa policies aim to attract global expertise as demographic and cultural challenges threaten economic stability
July 10, 2024
South Korea and Thailand hold first Economic Partnership Agreement negotiation
The agreement may ease labor movement, address industry shortages and reinvigorate strained cultural exchanges
July 10, 2024
Europe’s push for domestic arms production threatens South Korea’s exports
Despite recent successes, financial challenges and political shifts complicate Seoul’s efforts to secure market share
July 8, 2024
Economic challenges, retiring boomers and a controversial ambassador — Ep. 27
Jeongmin and John unpack South Korea’s economic vulnerabilities and discuss the impact of an aging population
July 5, 2024
South Korea’s economic optimism masks growing risks and vulnerabilities
While Seoul touts strong growth, indicators show persistent manufacturing struggles and financial stability concerns
July 4, 2024
