Domestic Politics
South Korea’s arms export boom at risk amid opposition’s push for restrictions
Proposed laws targeting conflict-zone sales could impact defense industry growth, innovation and global partnerships
November 6, 2024
Yoon’s Ukraine strategy confronts opposition push to restrict weapons exports
ROK lawmakers want to limit executive power to send arms, fearing fallout with Russia, but risk hurting defense industry
November 5, 2024
Korea’s health system looks to foreign workers for new premium contributions
Proposal may ease NHIS strain slightly but leaves systemic aging and healthcare cost issues unresolved
November 5, 2024
South Korea shelves expansion of capital gains tax, boosting market liquidity
Repeal of Financial Investment Income Tax aims to stabilize markets but raises questions about fiscal sustainability
November 4, 2024
South Korea confronts ethical risks of interrogating North Koreans in Ukraine
While critics fear export of torture if ROK dispatches advisers, it’s in Seoul’s interest to uphold international law
October 29, 2024
Why the results of South Korea’s by-elections mask growing political fissures
Both major parties faced potent challenges in traditional strongholds, but experts say they’re unlikely to change tack
October 22, 2024
South Korea’s electric bus market sees Chinese brands dominate sales
South Korea boosts hydrogen bus production and adjusts subsidy regulations to compete with cheaper Chinese models
October 18, 2024
Han Kang’s Nobel win and South Korea’s diplomatic balancing act — Ep. 43
The Korea Pro team discusses South Korea’s soft power as Yoon Suk-yeol grapples with regional diplomacy
October 18, 2024
Trump’s potential return risks South Korea’s national security and economy
A second Trump presidency would leave Seoul facing defense and trade uncertainty and challenge Yoon’s alliance strategy
October 16, 2024
South Korea and Japan eye stronger ties but history and strategy complicate path
Defense cooperation is vital, but unresolved wartime issues and conflicting priorities hinder meaningful progress
October 15, 2024
