Domestic Politics
Seoul’s ambitious five-year defense plan confronts difficult financial realities
South Korea wants to invest staggering $268B to bolster military, but there are already signs of budgetary strain
December 22, 2023
Justice minister resigns, tapped to lead ruling People Power Party — Pilot Ep. 4
The Korea Pro team discusses latest leadership reshuffle and the peculiar confirmation hearing culture in South Korea
December 22, 2023
South Korea’s ruling party picks justice minister as interim leader amid unease
With elections looming, the People Power Party’s choice of Han brings high expectations and internal party concerns
December 22, 2023
Why moral character dominates South Korean political confirmation hearings
As general elections draw near, voter sentiment and cultural values drive focus on morality over policy in South Korea
December 21, 2023
South Korean political parties strike deal on 2024 budget amid election pressure
Ruling and opposition unite over national budget, focusing on R&D and regional projects in pre-election move
December 21, 2023
How South Korea plans to forge ahead with Indo-Pacific Strategy amid tensions
Yoon Suk-yeol’s cabinet reshuffle signals South Korea’s focus on US relations and addressing regional threats
December 20, 2023
Yoon taps two veteran diplomats for intelligence and foreign ministry posts
Appointing Cho Tae-yong and Cho Tae-yul indicates administration’s emphasis on regional security and global diplomacy
December 20, 2023
How South Korea’s industry minister nominee will implement Yoon’s trade strategy
Ahn Duk-geun will likely pursue targeted bilateral agreements to overcome protectionism and enhance domestic industries
December 18, 2023
Yoon’s low approval rating threatens South Korean ruling party’s election hopes
Power Power Party faces internal discord and leadership vacuum, but fragmentation in opposition muddies election picture
December 14, 2023
South Korea’s ruling party faces leadership void as Kim Gi-hyeon resigns
Resignation of PPP leader just months before general elections stirs concerns over the party’s electoral viability
December 14, 2023
