Domestic Politics
Lee Jae-myung takes power, parties regroup and legal uncertainty looms — Ep. 81
The Korea Pro team unpacks Lee Jae-myung’s early steps as president and what comes next for both major parties
June 6, 2025
Lee Jae-myung’s unity pledge faces early test as political moves stir doubts
Experts warn rhetoric of reform and pragmatism may falter under pressure from legal risks and political imperatives
June 5, 2025
Lee Jae-myung names key officials in first move as South Korea’s president
Appointments prioritize loyalty and coordination, signaling a fast, centralized start to the new administration
June 5, 2025
FULL TEXT: President Lee Jae-myung’s June 4 inaugural address
Lee calls for unity, democratic restoration and inclusive growth in speech after taking office without transition
June 4, 2025
No transition, no problem: Lee Jae-myung asserts early control of presidency
South Korea’s new president deploys informal appointees and interim measures to assert control from day one
June 4, 2025
Lee Jae-myung projected to win South Korea’s presidential election
MBC, KBS and SBS declare Lee the “certain winner” as Kim Moon-soo concedes defeat
June 3, 2025
Five early flashpoints for South Korea’s incoming presidential administration
From alliance signals to fiscal moves, the first month will test the next government’s capabilities and priorities
June 3, 2025
South Korea in May 2025: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from May 1 to 31, 2025, and key outlook for June 2025
June 2, 2025
Final debate jabs, Trump tariffs in court and election week preview — Ep. 79
The Korea Pro team goes over the presidential final debate and the latest update on the state of US tariffs
May 30, 2025
Where South Korea’s candidates stand on foreign policy: All you need to know
Lee Jae-myung and Kim Moon-soo propose competing approaches to deterrence, diplomacy and alliance management
May 30, 2025
