Business & Economy
South Korea eyes defense gains in India’s tough but lucrative arms market
Seoul’s latest K9 deal signals deeper ambitions, but experts warn India’s procurement politics remain a major hurdle
May 20, 2025
South Korea’s manufacturing employment share falls to record low
Manufacturing sector's proportion of total employment drops to 15.5% despite production gains as hiring freezes persist
May 19, 2025
The progressive theorist behind Lee Jae-myung’s economic policy reinvention
Despite no campaign role, You Jong-il has shaped South Korean frontrunner’s pivot from basic income to AI-driven growth
May 16, 2025
Presidential race begins, ruling party drama, US-China tariff deal — Ep. 77
Korea Pro examines candidates' policy visions, party infighting, and U.S.-China trade deal's implications for Seoul
May 16, 2025
South Korea doubles deposit cap to 100 million won amid market uncertainty
South Korea’s move covers banks, pensions, and mutual finance groups following liquidity concerns at Saemaul Geumgo
May 16, 2025
South Korea’s business sentiment nears crisis as growth headwinds mount
Even with political clarity and monetary easing, growth outlook remains capped by structural constraints
May 15, 2025
South Korea faces sub-1% growth in 2025, signaling deepening growth malaise
State-run think tank warns fiscal limits have reached a limit as trade shocks and weak construction drag recovery
May 15, 2025
US-China tariff truce leaves South Korea pressed for time and leverage
Seoul’s negotiators proceed blind in their trade talks with Washington as China secures broader concessions and time
May 14, 2025
Presidential frontrunners clash over South Korea’s energy future
Lee Jae-myung pushes renewables and public-led transition, while Kim Moon-soo prioritizes nuclear and price relief
May 13, 2025
South Korea’s top candidates lay out starkly different visions ahead of election
Lee proposes state-driven innovation and reform while Kim calls for liberalization and institutional rollback
May 13, 2025
