Business & Economy
Analysis
The challenges ahead for South Korea’s critical minerals strategy
Although harder to pirouette around US-China rivalry, Seoul needs both as partners as it broadens global supply chains
May 11, 2023
Analysis
Evaluating the successes and failures of Yoon Suk-yeol’s first year in office
South Korean president has been a mixed bag of foreign policy wins and mostly unpopular decision-making at home
May 10, 2023
Briefings
SK Group affiliates & KHNP join forces with US firm on small modular reactors
April 27, 2023
Analysis
How Yoon-Biden summit masks South Korea’s growing concerns over US intentions
Two sides have announced major investment deals, but ROK firms fear losing competitive edge due to Washington’s policies
April 26, 2023
Analysis
South Korea’s pension fund careens toward demographic cliff
Aging population threatens sustainability of system, forcing hard choices about retirement, immigration and more
April 25, 2023
Analysis
Prestige and money: Why South Korea hopes to host the 2030 World Expo in Busan
Second-largest Korean city could see major economic windfall, some claim, but faces steep competition from Riyadh
April 20, 2023
Analysis
How South Korea’s K-Chips Act balances strategic priorities and foreign affairs
New law allows Seoul to adjust its trade interests to balance strategic priorities between the U.S. and China
April 19, 2023
