Business & Economy
Samsung’s new chipmaker head, short-selling ban, overseas purchases — Ep. 21
The Korea Pro team discusses a range of business and economic issues that dominated the headlines in the past week
May 24, 2024
South Korea’s chip industry faces uphill battle despite massive support package
$19 billion investment fails to tackle key challenges as Taiwan’s TSMC outpaces in R&D spending and government support
May 24, 2024
South Korea extends short-selling ban pending “reliable system” implementation
While aiming to curb illegal practices, prolonged ban may impact market efficiency and investor confidence
May 23, 2024
South Korea’s foreign minister seeks to bolster ties with Latin America
Cho Tae-yul meets with 17 ambassadors, discusses cooperation in defense, aerospace and electric vehicles
May 22, 2024
Why Samsung’s surprise semiconductor shakeup is a high-stakes gamble
Firm aims to minimize disruption by only replacing semiconductor division chief but needs decisive action to stem losses
May 21, 2024
South Korea’s presidential office apologizes for overseas direct purchase fiasco
Lack of consultation and consideration of public sentiment leads to confusion over overseas direct purchase regulations
May 21, 2024
South Korean arms deals at risk as Poland struggles to secure funding
“Polonization” of equipment in jeopardy as new government inherits unclear financing for multibillion-dollar contracts
May 20, 2024
Yoon pushes for R&D boost, scrapping feasibility studies to drive growth
South Korean president’s plan aims to accelerate innovation but raises concerns over resource allocation
May 20, 2024
Choo Kyung-ho: From finance minister to ruling party floor leader
Korea Pro profiles Choo, 63, who will lead the People Power Party’s conservative economic policy support
May 17, 2024
Unexpected speaker, Dior pastor and unintended trade benefits — Ep. 20
The Korea Pro team unpacks the National Assembly speaker surprise, the first lady’s Dior scandal, and US tariffs
May 17, 2024
