Culture & Society
Poverty and increased life expectancy mean many senior South Koreans must work
But labor market for elderly Koreans is plagued by low-wages, lack of stability and few opportunities
February 15, 2024
South Korea’s doctors on the brink with strike over enrollment surge plans
Government and doctors clash on increasing medical school quotas amid a doctor shortage in critical areas
February 13, 2024
Egg-freezing surge in South Korea signals deeper demographic woes
Efforts to encourage childbearing clash with concerns over medical risks and social impact
February 12, 2024
Satellite parties and political machinations test South Korean elections
Korea Pro answers some of the most frequently asked questions about the ROK’s complicated election system
February 9, 2024
Samsung chief acquitted, boosting conglomerate while raising judicial suspicion
Samsung likely set for M&A revival post-acquittal, amid public and international concerns over judicial fairness
February 6, 2024
Itaewon disaster bill falls victim to political maneuvering
Families' pleas for answers go unheard as the government and opposition prioritize electoral gains over societal healing
February 2, 2024
How South Korea’s young adult crisis challenges nation’s economic goals
Social expectations driven by education drive and job market divide cause young Koreans to step away from career paths
February 1, 2024
Minor opposition party floats military duty for women seeking public sector jobs
Lee Jun-seok’s proposal to mandate military service for women collides with fading allure of public sector jobs
January 30, 2024
South Korea’s new mugshot law sparks transparency versus privacy debate
Despite a spike in heinous crimes, experts voice concerns that pushing for suspect identity could violate privacy
January 26, 2024
South Korea bets big on webtoons, equity questions surface
South Korea sets ambitious targets but faces concerns over uneven industry support
January 25, 2024
