Domestic Politics
Lee Jae-myung wins centrist approval but fails to secure partisan loyalty
July data shows centrists reward policy results but are quick to withdraw party support after missteps
August 4, 2025
South Korea in July 2025: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from July 1 to 30, 2025, and key outlook for August 2025
August 1, 2025
Business groups warn Yellow Envelope Law could hurt investment in South Korea
US, European and domestic groups urge Seoul to reconsider contentious law ahead of major trade talks with Washington
July 31, 2025
South Korea to hike corporate tax, expand capital gains net for shareholders
DP and government agree to restore top corporate tax rate and lower the capital gains threshold to widen taxable assets
July 30, 2025
From train operator to labor minister: Kim Young-hoon’s unlikely ascent
Kim’s career in labor activism offers credibility with unions but raises concerns for business and opposition lawmakers
July 29, 2025
How South Korea bankrolls US lawmaker trips to Seoul to promote its policy goals
Korea Foundation appears to route funding for congressional travel program through US nonprofit, Korea Pro finds
July 25, 2025
Postponed talks, cabinet nominee exits and the Korea Foundation expose — Ep. 89
Korea Pro unpacks trade tensions with the US, high-profile nomination withdrawals and public diplomacy controversies
July 25, 2025
Trump slashes tariffs on Japan, raising stakes for South Korea’s trade talks
US-Japan agreement includes agricultural access and LNG pledges; Seoul now under pressure to respond quickly
July 24, 2025
South Korea’s new foreign minister outlines reform agenda to restore trust
Cho Hyun criticizes past missteps, vows to end politicization, flatten MOFA hierarchy and rebuild diplomatic credibility
July 22, 2025
Controversy around gender minister pick threatens Lee Jae-myung’s momentum
Kang Sun-woo’s abuse allegations and rape law stance spark coalition backlash and strain Lee’s early public support
July 21, 2025
