Culture & Society
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 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 Korean students shifting away from China amid tensions
The steep decline in South Korean students in China signals potential long-term impacts on bilateral relations
December 26, 2023
Why moral character dominates South Korean political confirmation hearings
As general elections draw near, voter sentiment and cultural values drive focus on morality over policy in South Korea
December 21, 2023
South Korea’s immigration dilemma, Yoon’s Netherlands state visit — Pilot Ep. 3
Korea Pro discusses the problem of racial profiling at ROK airport security amid concerns about undocumented migrants
December 15, 2023
Seoul’s glitzy pet stores peddle puppies as shelters overflow with unwanted dogs
Activists are pushing legislation to reform South Korea’s animal sales, but face stiff opposition from pet industry
December 13, 2023
South Korea’s disabled left behind in urban tech boom with public transport woes
In a country renowned for its tech prowess, South Korea’s disabled fight for equitable public transport access
December 11, 2023
South Korea’s immigration dilemma puts Southeast Asians in the spotlight
Tough immigration checks raise questions on racial profiling amid concerns about undocumented migrants and illicit drugs
December 8, 2023
Justice minister’s immigration vision clashes with South Korea’s reality
Recent government decisions and societal trends counter Justice Minister Han Dong-hoon’s immigration plans
December 7, 2023
