Domestic Politics
South Korea’s opposition triumphs in general elections, dealing blow to Yoon
Democratic Party and allies set to challenge President Yoon Suk-yeol’s agenda, but fall short of veto-proof majority
April 11, 2024
Power struggles loom in South Korea as parties prepare for post-election battles
General election outcome could create more polarized political environment as presidential hopefuls jockey for position
April 10, 2024
South Korean partisan voters prioritize foreign policy, new study reveals
Analysis shows significant impact of international stances on partisan voters, challenging conventional wisdom
April 10, 2024
Yoon’s chip cluster plan raises feasibility concerns, overlooks challenges
President Yoon Suk-yeol’s ambitious plan lacks funding details as rivals aggressively subsidize chip production
April 10, 2024
South Korea’s general elections marred by smear campaigns and uncertainty
As parties focus on negative tactics, voter turnout and undecided voters hold the key to election outcome
April 9, 2024
South Korea’s election watchdog races to ensure integrity amid spy cam scandal
As voters head to the polls on Wednesday, experts warn of the dangers posed by political division and erosion of trust
April 9, 2024
South Korea’s election commission refutes claims of advance voting manipulation
Former acting president points to video as evidence of election fraud, but election commission dismisses claims
April 9, 2024
Sanctions strain South Korea-Russia ties as Seoul weighs military aid to Ukraine
ROK faces mounting pressure realize ‘global pivotal state’ ambitions, but helping Kyiv could come at great cost
April 8, 2024
Yoon appears to offer olive branch to striking doctors amid medical school quota
President Yoon Suk-yeol’s promise to “respect” medical residents’ position leaves room for interpretation
April 5, 2024
South Korea’s tech ambitions at risk from government’s R&D budget whiplash
Inconsistent policies, poor communication erode trust and threaten Korea’s position in global chip market
April 4, 2024
