Business & Economy
South Korea must change how it views Africa for economic ties to flourish
Seoul’s relationship with the continent remains premised on an outdated model of finished goods for natural resources
January 20, 2023
Why collapse of South Korean blockchain won’t derail country’s crypto market
A supportive administration and cash volatility make crypto an enduring option, but more regulation is coming
January 19, 2023
What the Bank of Korea hopes and fears for the South Korean economy in 2023
Governor Rhee Chang-yong believes prospects are good, but housing market and US-China competition remain risks
January 19, 2023
How Yoon’s off-the-cuff remark about Iran could strain diplomatic relations
Tehran miffed after South Korean president appears to liken Iran to North Korea
January 17, 2023
South Korea’s big bet on domestic tourism may struggle without China
New COVID restrictions on Chinese nationals risk alienating the most important country for South Korea’s tour industry
January 17, 2023
Trade or die? South Korea’s stellar exports can’t keep up with fuel costs
ROK running like crazy just to stay still as it logs first trade deficit in more than a decade
January 11, 2023
The untapped potential for South Korean investment in Central and Eastern Europe
ROK firms seek new markets and the CEE foreign capital, but the war in Ukraine could complicate cooperation
January 10, 2023
How investing in Cambodia can help South Korea balance against China
As ties with Vietnam flourish, Seoul has ample reason to pursue long-term economic and diplomatic outreach to Phnom Penh
January 9, 2023
ROK 2023: What to expect for South Korea’s economy and society in the year ahead
In second of a two-part series, Korea Pro analysts describe pros and cons of economic and political situation
January 6, 2023
How the power dynamics of South Korean finance distort stock value forecasts
Most ROK analysts shun negative ratings, producing overly optimistic forecasts that can lead investors astray
January 4, 2023
