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South Korea’s economy grows, but challenges remain amid export dependence
Analysis

South Korea’s economy grows, but challenges remain amid export dependence

Report reveals uneven growth, rising government debt and population concerns, overshadowing historic milestone

South Korea’s economy grows, but challenges remain amid export dependence
Peter WardPeter Ward June 18, 2024
SK chairman’s $1 billion divorce settlement puts conglomerate at risk
Briefings

SK chairman’s $1 billion divorce settlement puts conglomerate at risk

Chey Tae-won’s appeal of record payout to ex-wife Roh So-young could make or break his control over SK Group

SK chairman’s $1 billion divorce settlement puts conglomerate at risk
KOREA PROKOREA PRO June 18, 2024
South Korea’s defense chief aims to bolster ties with Poland and Romania
Briefings

South Korea’s defense chief aims to bolster ties with Poland and Romania

Shin Won-sik aims to address financing issues and capitalize on Eastern Europe’s military modernization plans

South Korea’s defense chief aims to bolster ties with Poland and Romania
KOREA PROKOREA PRO June 17, 2024
Yoon’s Central Asia trip, renewable energy targets, Lina’s farewell — Ep. 24
Podcast

Yoon’s Central Asia trip, renewable energy targets, Lina’s farewell — Ep. 24

The team discusses South Korea’s critical mineral deals, renewable energy challenges and Lina’s Korea Pro experience

Yoon’s Central Asia trip, renewable energy targets, Lina’s farewell — Ep. 24
KOREA PROKOREA PRO June 14, 2024
South Korea balances risks and rewards in Central Asia critical minerals play
Analysis

South Korea balances risks and rewards in Central Asia critical minerals play

Experts warn of significant risks, including political instability and inadequate infrastructure

South Korea balances risks and rewards in Central Asia critical minerals play
Joon Ha ParkJoon Ha Park June 13, 2024
South Korea’s carbon reduction efforts face European scrutiny at trade meeting
Briefings

South Korea’s carbon reduction efforts face European scrutiny at trade meeting

Slow progress in renewable energy adoption and spent nuclear fuel solutions leave country vulnerable

South Korea’s carbon reduction efforts face European scrutiny at trade meeting
KOREA PROKOREA PRO June 13, 2024
South Korea’s sluggish renewable energy transition puts economy at risk
Analysis

South Korea’s sluggish renewable energy transition puts economy at risk

Falling behind other developed nations in clean energy adoption will hinder country’s competitiveness and reputation

South Korea’s sluggish renewable energy transition puts economy at risk
John LeeJohn Lee June 12, 2024
South Korea eyes Turkmenistan’s natural gas reserves amid political uncertainty
Briefings

South Korea eyes Turkmenistan’s natural gas reserves amid political uncertainty

South Korea secures energy and infrastructure partnerships, but Turkmen power struggle and economic woes raise concern

South Korea eyes Turkmenistan’s natural gas reserves amid political uncertainty
KOREA PROKOREA PRO June 12, 2024
Yoon embarks on Central Asian economic diplomacy amid inter-Korean tensions
Briefings

Yoon embarks on Central Asian economic diplomacy amid inter-Korean tensions

South Korean president seeks to expand business ties while facing potential criticism and provocations from North Korea

Yoon embarks on Central Asian economic diplomacy amid inter-Korean tensions
KOREA PROKOREA PRO June 11, 2024
Distorted wealth perceptions make young South Koreans feel poorer than they are
Analysis

Distorted wealth perceptions make young South Koreans feel poorer than they are

As celebrities and peers flaunt luxurious lives, many people feel left behind and less open to marriage and children

Distorted wealth perceptions make young South Koreans feel poorer than they are
Junghyun SongJunghyun Song June 10, 2024
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