Business & Economy
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
South Korea announces comprehensive aid plan for small businesses
New support measures include loan extensions and increased funding, diverging from opposition’s universal payment plan
July 4, 2024
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
