Business & Economy
Economic ups and downs mark South Korea’s 2023 journey
Despite facing global tension and slowdowns, the nation’s diverse sectors manage to remain resilient
January 2, 2024
Yoon Suk-yeol vows economic reforms amid South Korea’s export slump
With a 7.4% decrease in exports and general elections 100 days away, Yoon’s economic strategy faces critical tests
January 2, 2024
From EVs to rare earths: South Korea’s biggest economic successes of 2023
In part two, Korea Pro looks back at bright spots in Seoul’s efforts to bolster supply chains, boost exports and more
January 1, 2024
Russia floats economic retaliation, Lee Jun-seok leaves PPP — Pilot Ep. 5
The Korea Pro team discusses the latest developments in ROK-Russia relations and more
December 29, 2023
South Korea’s export controls provoke Russian threat of retaliation
Moscow could target key energy imports and expand military cooperation with Pyongyang, straining South Korea-Russia ties
December 29, 2023
Gender wage gap in South Korea sees modest improvement, but challenges persist
Although South Korea inches toward gender pay parity, the political landscape continues to impede full-scale progress
December 28, 2023
Jamboree woes, heinous murders: Cataloging South Korea’s worst moments of 2023
Korea Pro selected 10 news stories that made international headlines and revealed deep-rooted problems in the ROK
December 27, 2023
South Korea ramps up smart farm exports to the Middle East
Smart farm technology finds fertile ground in Middle Eastern countries grappling with food insecurity
December 27, 2023
South Korea slashes budget to support foreign laborers, even as workforce grows
Dozens of support centers set to close after Yoon administration cuts millions in funding, provoking widespread concern
December 26, 2023
South Korea grapples with how to balance economic growth and green goals
Seoul’s cautious approach has seen it position itself as supplier of key tech while continuing to rely on fossil fuels
December 25, 2023
