Culture & Society
Why South Korea’s e-commerce boom faces global integration hurdles
Record sales spurred by Chinese platforms contrast with challenges in growing Korea’s digital market presence abroad
February 20, 2024
South Korea faces medical meltdown amid doctor strike
As doctors walk out, Seoul turns to stopgap measures to bridge healthcare deficit, spotlighting medical vulnerabilities
February 20, 2024
South Korea-Japan transport talks resume after eight-year hiatus
Renewed dialogue will likely serve as platform to address demographic challenges, carbon neutrality in transport
February 19, 2024
Pitfalls and prospects for South Korea’s unlikely new political party
Experts appear positive about the four-way merger, saying it could open door for reform among major parties
February 16, 2024
Unlikely political allies merge, youth views on birthrate & egg freezing — Ep. 5
The Korea Pro team discusses political implications of New Reform Party merger and changing norms on family planning
February 16, 2024
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
