Business & Economy
South Korea braces for economic fallout as new wave of baby boomers retires
Bank of Korea projects long-term decline in growth and consumption as country’s largest generation leaves the workforce
July 3, 2024
South Korea unveils $1.44 billion plan to bolster smart, clean shipbuilding tech
Despite massive investment, China’s cost competitiveness and capacity threaten South Korea’s global market share
July 3, 2024
South Korea to bolster safety for foreign workers after deadly factory blaze
Government plans July announcement of measures following Hwaseong fire that killed 23, including 18 foreign workers
July 2, 2024
How South Korea’s democratic decay has worsened under President Yoon Suk-yeol
In-depth Korea Pro analysis points to sustained erosion of democratic norms, continuing trends that began under Moon
July 1, 2024
Opposition wins committee leadership, lithium factory fire tragedy — Ep. 26
Jeongmin and John discuss domestic politics and a deadly industrial accident that took the lives of dozens of workers
June 28, 2024
South Korea to lead global critical mineral supply chain security group
Chairing the Minerals Security Partnership, Seoul aims to influence policies and boost cooperation
June 28, 2024
South Korea, Japan agree to boost ties amid global challenges at finance talks
Finance ministers of both countries welcome bilateral cooperation amid global economic recovery and uncertainties
June 27, 2024
South Korea’s opposition gains upper hand in legislative power struggle
Democratic Party could use control of key committees to obstruct Yoon’s economic reforms and foreign policy
June 25, 2024
South Korea’s economy grows, but challenges remain amid export dependence
Report reveals uneven growth, rising government debt and population concerns, overshadowing historic milestone
June 18, 2024
SK chairman’s $1 billion divorce settlement puts conglomerate at risk
Chey Tae-won’s appeal of record payout to ex-wife Roh So-young could make or break his control over SK Group
June 18, 2024
