Domestic Politics
Trilateral summit in Northeast Asia faces uphill battle amid rising tensions
Geopolitical dynamics and entrenched disputes pose significant hurdles for South Korea, Japan and China
Samsung’s new chipmaker head, short-selling ban, overseas purchases — Ep. 21
The Korea Pro team discusses a range of business and economic issues that dominated the headlines in the past week
South Korea’s chip industry faces uphill battle despite massive support package
$19 billion investment fails to tackle key challenges as Taiwan’s TSMC outpaces in R&D spending and government support
ROK parliament threatens to override Yoon veto, and undermine his presidency
Some ruling party members appear willing to back investigation into marine’s death, siding with opposition over Yoon
South Korea extends short-selling ban pending “reliable system” implementation
While aiming to curb illegal practices, prolonged ban may impact market efficiency and investor confidence
Gyeonggi Province’s book removals from school libraries spark fierce debate
Educators and conservative groups clash over the impact on students’ access to information on sensitive topics
South Korea’s presidential office apologizes for overseas direct purchase fiasco
Lack of consultation and consideration of public sentiment leads to confusion over overseas direct purchase regulations
Yoon pushes for R&D boost, scrapping feasibility studies to drive growth
South Korean president’s plan aims to accelerate innovation but raises concerns over resource allocation
Choo Kyung-ho: From finance minister to ruling party floor leader
Korea Pro profiles Choo, 63, who will lead the People Power Party’s conservative economic policy support
Unexpected speaker, Dior pastor and unintended trade benefits — Ep. 20
The Korea Pro team unpacks the National Assembly speaker surprise, the first lady’s Dior scandal, and US tariffs