Domestic Politics
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 extends grace period for SMEs to delay taxation as larger firms
The move aims to alleviate growth fears for smaller firms, but likely not fiscally sustainable
February 14, 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
Unlikely allies unite to challenge South Korea’s political duopoly
New party seeks to capture disillusioned voters from major parties, but doubts about the new entity’s longevity remain
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
South Korea’s arms sale to Saudi Arabia and confusing election systems — Ep. 4
The Korea Pro team discusses sale of missile interceptors and defense technology leaks
February 9, 2024
President Yoon’s defense of first lady in TV interview ignites backlash
Yoon’s low approval rate could deepen rifts within the ruling People Power Party and alienate voters
February 9, 2024
Fate of fragile South Korea-Japan detente depends on ROK political shifts
With political factions in Japan’s ruling party weakened, political shifts in Seoul could disrupt progress with Tokyo
February 5, 2024
Itaewon disaster bill falls victim to political maneuvering
Families' pleas for answers go unheard as the government and opposition prioritize electoral gains over societal healing
February 2, 2024
Female conscription debate and presidential veto of Itaewon probe bill — Ep. 3
The Korea Pro team unravels the politics behind the bill, Lee Jun-seok’s not-so-new pledge and US-ROK-Japan relations
February 2, 2024
