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After Sue Mi Terry, South Korea debates need for crackdown on foreign influence
Analysis

After Sue Mi Terry, South Korea debates need for crackdown on foreign influence

Broad scope of proposed ROK version of FARA risks turning law into political weapon and straining alliances

After Sue Mi Terry, South Korea debates need for crackdown on foreign influence
John LeeJohn Lee July 24, 2024
Newly-elected ruling party leader will emerge as a challenge and asset for Yoon
Briefings

Newly-elected ruling party leader will emerge as a challenge and asset for Yoon

Han Dong-hoon might challenge president’s authority, but independent stance may shield Yoon from impeachment

Newly-elected ruling party leader will emerge as a challenge and asset for Yoon
KOREA PROKOREA PRO July 24, 2024
How a leadership crisis is undermining South Korea’s human rights watchdog
Analysis

How a leadership crisis is undermining South Korea’s human rights watchdog

Turmoil at NHRCK has shone light on political appointment process that risks undermining principles its meant to uphold

How a leadership crisis is undermining South Korea’s human rights watchdog
Raphael RashidRaphael Rashid July 23, 2024
Nuclear energy, Trump assassination attempt, Sue Mi Terry indicted — Ep. 30
Podcast

Nuclear energy, Trump assassination attempt, Sue Mi Terry indicted — Ep. 30

Jeongmin and John discuss recent global events impacting South Korea and preview the upcoming PPP leadership race

Nuclear energy, Trump assassination attempt, Sue Mi Terry indicted — Ep. 30
KOREA PROKOREA PRO July 19, 2024
Why frontrunner for South Korea’s ruling party leader is distancing from Yoon
Analysis

Why frontrunner for South Korea’s ruling party leader is distancing from Yoon

People Power Party splits into factions ahead of the leadership vote next week as Han Dong-hoon leads the race

Why frontrunner for South Korea’s ruling party leader is distancing from Yoon
Jeongmin KimJeongmin Kim July 18, 2024
How to connect with key lawmakers in South Korea’s National Assembly, 2024-2026
Profiles

How to connect with key lawmakers in South Korea’s National Assembly, 2024-2026

Building networks and accessing crucial information with key lawmakers in the legislature’s 18 committees

How to connect with key lawmakers in South Korea’s National Assembly, 2024-2026
Jeongmin KimJeongmin Kim July 17, 2024
South Korea’s carbon-free energy plan masks renewable energy inertia
Briefings

South Korea’s carbon-free energy plan masks renewable energy inertia

New carbon-free energy plan aims to boost exports, but minimal increase in renewable targets casts doubt on commitment

South Korea’s carbon-free energy plan masks renewable energy inertia
KOREA PROKOREA PRO July 17, 2024
Seoul braces for potential US policy shift after Trump assassination attempt
Analysis

Seoul braces for potential US policy shift after Trump assassination attempt

Belief incident will increase Trump’s popularity has investors flocking to overseas assets and domestic defense stocks

Seoul braces for potential US policy shift after Trump assassination attempt
John LeeJohn Lee July 15, 2024
US and South Korea ink new nuclear deterrence guidelines
Briefings

US and South Korea ink new nuclear deterrence guidelines

Pact aims to reassure Seoul amid calls for independent arsenal, but future US policy shifts remain a concern

US and South Korea ink new nuclear deterrence guidelines
KOREA PROKOREA PRO July 15, 2024
President Yoon Suk-yeol at NATO, employment high and party drama — Ep. 29
Podcast

President Yoon Suk-yeol at NATO, employment high and party drama — Ep. 29

Jeongmin and John discuss Yoon’s NATO meetings, labor ministry data and Han Dong-hoon’s leadership bid

President Yoon Suk-yeol at NATO, employment high and party drama — Ep. 29
KOREA PROKOREA PRO July 12, 2024
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