Culture & Society
Why conscripting women to serve in South Korea’s military is a tough sell
Population decline creates big need for troops, but public opinion and institutional norms may not move quickly enough
March 14, 2024
Wrongful terminations spike as South Korean job market evolves
Changing dynamics and rising awareness expose disparities between large and small firms, risking legal disputes
March 12, 2024
Godsaeng: The self-improvement trend pushing South Korea’s youth to the brink
As young South Koreans pursue a lifestyle of constant productivity, the consequences are becoming increasingly clear
March 11, 2024
South Korean food prices soar as agricultural, livestock costs surge in February
High agricultural inflation rates could sway voters if the government fails to stabilize costs in the coming month
March 11, 2024
Election Watch: South Korean parliament’s female representation likely to erode
Experts tell Korea Pro that despite promises from major parties, female political representation will remain low
March 8, 2024
South Korea’s retail war pits consumer convenience against worker welfare
Supermarket workers and small businesses push back against government’s plan to prioritize consumer needs over welfare
March 7, 2024
Environmental woes mount as South Korea pushes industrial expansion
Despite evidence of harm, experts and NGOs accuse the government of downplaying concerns, favoring industrial interests
March 6, 2024
Why South Korea is experiencing an overprescription of antidepressants
Despite increased awareness, high costs and systemic issues lead to overreliance on antidepressants over therapy
March 5, 2024
South Korea’s youth exodus challenges corporate culture
As young employees leave in droves, companies seek new strategies to retain emerging talent
March 4, 2024
Trainee doctors walkout tests South Korean government
As trainee doctors continue their walkout despite return-to-work deadline, the government weighs punitive responses
March 1, 2024
