Culture & Society
Why young South Koreans’ rural dream meets harsh farming reality
Many young people who move to countryside for better life end up returning to city due to lack of government support
January 24, 2024
South Korea sees decline in union membership amid confrontation with government
A decade of union growth comes to a halt in the face of strong political opposition and deteriorating public perception
January 24, 2024
Experts call for action amid South Korea’s rapid demographic change
The rise in foreign residents triggers a broader debate on multiculturalism and the need for improved societal cohesion
January 23, 2024
South Korea to triple prison sentences to battle unprecedented tech leaks
New legal initiatives aim to fortify South Korea’s technological edge against foreign espionage
January 22, 2024
South Korea’s rival parties propose actions to reverse low birthrate amid doubts
Financial incentives alone will not likely tackle deep-rooted cultural norms that impede birthrate improvement
January 19, 2024
Yoon Suk-yeol pushes for delay in industrial safety law amid SME struggles
With general elections looming, time is running out to delay full implementation of the Serious Accident Punishment Act
January 17, 2024
South Korea’s #MeToo movement faces legal hurdles after Supreme Court verdict
Despite heightened awareness, South Korea’s legal system struggles to keep pace with the social movement
January 15, 2024
Challenges of Korean film industry, aftermath of knife attack — Pilot Ep. 7
Korea Pro discusses how ROK movie industry suffered from low profitability, controversy surrounding criminal identities
January 12, 2024
Why South Korea’s film industry struggled to draw audiences in 2023
Due to popularity of streaming services and increasing ticket prices, only a few Korean films recouped production costs
January 11, 2024
South Korea investigates banks on risky investment sales
Financial watchdog scrutinizes major institutions over selling high-risk securities linked to Chinese stocks
January 8, 2024
