Domestic Politics
Lee Jae-myung’s rise fuels US fears of a pro-China shift in South Korea’s policy
US conservatives remain wary of Lee’s past remarks on China, but experts urge a more nuanced view ahead of elections
South Korea’s opposition faces chaos if Lee Jae-myung is barred from running
Legal battles threaten Lee’s candidacy, leaving room for alternative DP candidates to emerge ahead of the next election
Lee Jae-myung lays out campaign vision as South Korea braces for political shift
With Yoon Suk-yeol’s impeachment ruling nearing, Lee pitches economic stimulus and labor reform
US-Japan summit signals tight defense ties and economic rivalry with South Korea
Tokyo cements its role as Washington’s top partner, raising pressure on Seoul to secure strategic and economic position
Yoon’s trial, China’s trade retaliation and U.S.-ROK diplomacy — Ep. 60
The Korea Pro team unpacks the latest political, economic, and geopolitical developments shaping South Korea
Lee Jae-myung’s Marine Corps plan faces feasibility and political hurdles
Experts warn that his proposal for independent Marine branch may be costly and struggle to gain support within military
Yoon’s impeachment trial nears verdict as political stakes continue to rise
With four hearings left, South Korea’s Constitutional Court faces pressure to rule on Yoon’s fate before mid-April
South Korea in January 2025: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from January 1 to 31, 2025, and key outlook for February 2025
South Korea’s opposition stumbles as conservative support surges
The Democratic Party loses momentum as impeachment proceedings rally conservative voters around embattled ruling party
A nation divided: Protesters voice conflicting views on Yoon’s impeachment
South Koreans across the country express fear and hope as both sides see impeachment as a fight for the nation’s future