Domestic Politics
Deadly floods deepen risk to South Korea’s rural policy and US trade talks
Seventeen dead and widespread damage raise political costs for Lee Jae-myung’s tariff agenda amid farm sector unrest
July 21, 2025
Cabinet confirmations, OPCON controversy and special envoys — Ep. 88
Korea Pro examines confirmation hearing controversies, OPCON tensions and special envoys
July 18, 2025
South Korean industries minister nominee vows US-style tax credits for chips
Tax chief nominee pledges crackdown on market manipulation while easing business audit burden
July 18, 2025
Lee completes leadership appointments, paving way for economic, digital reforms
Nominees reflect Lee’s push for legislative reform, private-sector expertise and focus on digital transformation
July 17, 2025
Korean agricultural groups threaten mass protests over possible US market access
Farmers demand trade minister’s resignation as US reportedly presses Korea on beef and genetically modified crop imports
July 17, 2025
South Korea’s conservatives collapse as Lee Jae-myung dominates political center
With just 19% approval, the People Power Party faces identity crisis, weak leadership and no clear path forward
July 15, 2025
Kim Min-seok’s appointment deepens concerns over South Korea’s power imbalance
Confirmed without opposition support, Kim’s elevation highlights growing executive dominance under the Democratic Party
July 11, 2025
Trump tariffs pressure Seoul, BOK holds steady and Samsung slips — Ep. 87
Korea Pro dissects Seoul’s trade-security strategy, economic stress signals and Samsung’s faltering chip position
July 11, 2025
Why the delayed Itaewon investigation starts with no guarantee of accountability
Facing limited authority and uncertain political support, investigation risks repeating failures of the Sewol probe
July 10, 2025
Lee Jae-myung slows nuclear expansion while backing reactor exports abroad
South Korea’s new energy strategy curbs domestic growth but supports export deals in Europe and beyond
July 10, 2025
