Culture & Society
Seoul’s repeal of student rights ordinance sparks debate over balance of power
Experts warn of weakened student protections and reversed progress, while critics argue for teachers’ authority
May 9, 2024
South Korea’s political landscape faces turmoil amid absence of compromise
President Yoon Suk-yeol’s potential veto of marine death probe bill may exacerbate divide with opposition
May 8, 2024
Yoon moves to iron out inconsistent media strategy after major election loss
President reinstates civil affairs secretary position to improve communication and gauge public sentiment
May 8, 2024
Controversial deportation of foreign students highlights ROK’s immigration woes
Mismanagement and financial pressures leave students vulnerable as universities seek to offset declining enrollment
May 6, 2024
Low-cost, high crime: The price of South Korea’s unmanned store revolution
Lack of staff cuts down on labor costs for owners, but has fueled rise in thefts and raised safety concerns
May 2, 2024
Optics and outmaneuvering: Yoon and Lee sit down for the first time – Ep. 17
The Korea Pro team examines how Lee dominated the optics of their meeting, and other political updates
May 2, 2024
Frontrunner for ROK speaker sparks concerns about her commitment to impartiality
Choo Mi-ae has signaled desire to push forward progressive agenda, despite tradition of nonpartisanship in role
May 1, 2024
South Korea’s spy camera epidemic persists despite stricter laws
Wide availability, lenient sentencing and societal attitudes hinder progress in combating digital sex crimes
April 30, 2024
Why Gangwon Province turned its back on the Democratic Party in the election
Long-term demographic changes and voter disillusionment contributed to the party’s defeat in the region
April 29, 2024
Seoul’s urban renewal sparks fears of gentrification and cultural erosion
Fluctuating plans and political agendas impact the balance between modernization and cultural conservation
April 26, 2024
