Business & Economy
South Korean firms face challenges as global disclosure rules tighten
Stricter disclosure requirements in the EU and US force South Korean firms to adapt quickly or risk losing ground
April 1, 2024
South Korean parties pledge climate change action, but offer few specifics
Experts say politicians are more focused on climate crisis but question whether campaign promises are just lip service
March 29, 2024
Yoon backs National Assembly move to Sejong City amid election frenzy
Ruling party leader’s plan to relocate legislative branch promises potential benefits for housing market
March 28, 2024
South Korea’s med school expansion plan sparks debate over long-term impact
Experts warn that larger pool of doctors may not fix urban-rural divide and that competition will only intensify
March 27, 2024
South Korea’s 2025 budget proposal prioritizes innovation, future technologies
Reversal in budget priorities likely a belated attempt to rectify earlier decision, support semiconductor industry
March 27, 2024
South Korea, Romania emphasize deepening ties amid global uncertainties
Seoul looks to Bucharest for defense and energy cooperation, even as legal disputes with Westinghouse persist
March 26, 2024
Corporate influence in South Korean sports sparks outrage, and calls for reform
Experts say ROK teams need outside funding to survive but emphasize need for transparency in sports management
March 25, 2024
South Korea’s soft landing plan faces headwinds amid Fed rate freeze
BOK’s warning and Fed’s rate freeze decision put pressure on South Korean government’s soft landing efforts
March 22, 2024
South Korean proposal to pay foreigners less sparks uproar over worker rights
Debate is intensifying over plan to address elderly care shortage by recruiting foreigners at sub-minimum wage
March 21, 2024
South Korea eyes joining G7, but faces hurdles amid democratic backsliding
Bid to join elite group will depend on ability to address domestic and global challenges, including risks for China ties
March 20, 2024
