Domestic Politics
Former South Korean defense minister’s appointment as envoy sparks controversy
Lee Jong-sup’s nomination draws criticism as he faces allegations, travel ban in marine death case
March 8, 2024
Kim Chong-in the ‘Kingmaker,’ failed dreams of economic democracy
Korea Pro profiles Kim Chong-in, who oversees candidate nomination at the New Reform Party
March 7, 2024
South Korea’s striking doctors face license suspensions
Approval gains for president and ruling party bolster plans against doctors, hinting at long-term healthcare impact
March 5, 2024
Why a push to reform South Korean spy law risks a diplomatic fallout with China
Current ROK law only forbids espionage for North Korea, while focusing on punishments over measures to prevent leaks
March 4, 2024
Ruling party welcomes National Assembly deputy speaker from opposition
Kim Young-joo’s move underscores turbulence in the DP, could expand ruling party’s voter base ahead of elections
March 4, 2024
Election watch: South Korean opposition in turmoil over how it selects lawmakers
Critics say party is favoring candidates loyal to Lee Jae-myung, eroding public trust and party’s electoral prospects
March 1, 2024
Trainee doctors walkout tests South Korean government
As trainee doctors continue their walkout despite return-to-work deadline, the government weighs punitive responses
March 1, 2024
Unyielding doctor strike, Lee Nak-yon the centrist, reassessing history — Ep. 7
The Korea Pro team discusses the ongoing medical standoff, Lee Nak-yon's centrism, and historical revisionism
February 29, 2024
Why South Korea’s urban expansion is a double-edged sword for growth
The Yoon administration’s plans to develop military lands raise questions on speculation and national defense
February 29, 2024
Fertility freefall challenges South Korea’s demographic stability
As birth rates plummet, the implications for education, health and politics grow dire
February 29, 2024
