Domestic Politics
South Korean proposal to pay foreigners less sparks uproar over worker rights
Debate is intensifying over plan to address elderly care shortage by recruiting foreigners at sub-minimum wage
March 21, 2024
Senior presidential aide resigns over intimidating remarks to journalists
Hwang Sang-moo’s comments to journalists raise concerns as country hosts Summit for Democracy
March 21, 2024
South Korea eyes joining G7, but faces hurdles amid democratic backsliding
Bid to join elite group will depend on ability to address domestic and global challenges, including risks for China ties
March 20, 2024
South Korea’s hostility to LGBT issues is a failure to uphold basic human rights
The ROK is out of step with its Western peers even Asian neighbors and must reflect on how it treats sexual minorities
March 19, 2024
South Korean envoy’s travel ban dispute fuels political turmoil before polls
Growing rift between the presidential office, corruption watchdog and ruling party leader casts a shadow on elections
March 19, 2024
Korean government’s widespread use of personal emails poses security risks
Blase attitude about net safety and cumbersome official software broaden exposure to phishing and other attacks
March 18, 2024
South Korea hosts democracy summit as its own democratic principles erode
Blinken’s visit comes amid growing concerns about the country’s democratic backsliding under President Yoon Suk-yeol
March 18, 2024
Former justice minister’s comeback splits progressives along generational lines
Cho Kuk’s popularity among older progressives contrasts with disdain from younger voters wary of corruption
March 15, 2024
Korean missionary’s Russia charges, scandalous ambassador pick — Ep. 9
A South Korean was arrested for spying in Russia & the president tapped an ex-defense minister as his envoy to Australia
March 15, 2024
South Korea pledges significant boost for pediatric care amid doctor shortage
Government aims to tackle doctor shortage, reduce child hospitalization costs amid election season
March 15, 2024
