Business & Economy
South Korea weighs Russian oil return as sanctions loosen slightly
US exemptions open a narrow window, but refining constraints and Europe ties complicate any shift in policy
March 20, 2026
Iran war fallout on global alliances, energy deals and BTS comeback — Ep. 124
Policy reversals on Iran test alliances as South Korea confronts rising oil prices and domestic pressures
March 20, 2026
South Korea weighs Russian oil imports as energy risks intensify
Seoul explores limited options under sanctions framework as supply concerns shift from price to availability
March 20, 2026
Korea posts strong February jobs as government shifts toward crisis footing
Employment gains driven by public hiring as Seoul secures oil supply and prepares emergency budget amid energy risks
March 19, 2026
South Korea weighs rationing and wartime budget in energy contingency planning
Seoul reviews demand controls and emergency fiscal measures as prolonged disruption tests policy limits
March 18, 2026
Indo-Pacific energy talks highlight South Korea supply chain risks
Seoul joins US and regional partners to strengthen LNG trade and critical mineral networks amid energy risks
March 17, 2026
Energy shock, US missile defense asset shifts and new trade probes — Ep. 123
Seoul weighs price controls, potential US missile defense redeployments and Washington opens Section 301 investigations
March 13, 2026
South Korea joins record IEA oil reserve release as Gulf crisis disrupts supply
Seoul will release 22.46 million barrels as Strait of Hormuz risks raise global energy security concerns
March 13, 2026
US trade investigation puts South Korea’s state-backed growth strategy at risk
Section 301 probe could bring Korean technology sectors and industrial subsidies under Washington’s scrutiny
March 12, 2026
Japan strengthens foreign investment screening to guard strategic tech
New review regime could affect South Korean technology firms and supply chain partnerships in Japan
March 12, 2026
