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South Korea’s ruling party faces leadership void as Kim Gi-hyeon resigns
Briefings

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

South Korea’s ruling party faces leadership void as Kim Gi-hyeon resigns
KOREA PROKOREA PRO December 14, 2023
South Korea’s big five-year defense plan clashes with Yoon’s austerity budget
Briefings

South Korea’s big five-year defense plan clashes with Yoon’s austerity budget

Yoon administration will face stiff opposition to ambitious military spending amid budget constraints

South Korea’s big five-year defense plan clashes with Yoon’s austerity budget
KOREA PROKOREA PRO December 13, 2023
South Korea’s disabled left behind in urban tech boom with public transport woes
Analysis

South Korea’s disabled left behind in urban tech boom with public transport woes

In a country renowned for its tech prowess, South Korea’s disabled fight for equitable public transport access

South Korea’s disabled left behind in urban tech boom with public transport woes
Hyojin KimHyojin Kim December 11, 2023
South Korea’s successful spy satellite launch, cabinet reshuffle — Pilot Ep. 2
Podcast

South Korea’s successful spy satellite launch, cabinet reshuffle — Pilot Ep. 2

The Korea Pro team delves into South Korea's ambitions and challenges in advancing space technology

South Korea’s successful spy satellite launch, cabinet reshuffle — Pilot Ep. 2
KOREA PROKOREA PRO December 8, 2023
Justice minister’s immigration vision clashes with South Korea’s reality
Briefings

Justice minister’s immigration vision clashes with South Korea’s reality

Recent government decisions and societal trends counter Justice Minister Han Dong-hoon’s immigration plans

Justice minister’s immigration vision clashes with South Korea’s reality
KOREA PROKOREA PRO December 7, 2023
Twitch’s exit highlights costs of South Korea’s insular digital strategy
Analysis

Twitch’s exit highlights costs of South Korea’s insular digital strategy

Streaming platform has blamed increased regulation on foreign firms, and its departure could have major economic impact

Twitch’s exit highlights costs of South Korea’s insular digital strategy
John LeeJohn Lee December 6, 2023
Why South Korea’s political scene is ready for the rise of a new party
Analysis

Why South Korea’s political scene is ready for the rise of a new party

Lee Jun-seok seeks to reshape Korea’s political landscape amid disillusionment, but his divisive image may be a hurdle

Why South Korea’s political scene is ready for the rise of a new party
Kwon Jang-hoKwon Jang-ho November 30, 2023
How former ruling party leader plans to disrupt South Korea’s upcoming elections
Analysis

How former ruling party leader plans to disrupt South Korea’s upcoming elections

Amid internal strife in major parties, Lee Jun-seok’s political maneuvering could reshape the 2024 election landscape

How former ruling party leader plans to disrupt South Korea’s upcoming elections
Karl FriedhoffKarl Friedhoff November 30, 2023
South Korea’s overconfidence adds salt to the wound of failed World Expo bid
Analysis

South Korea’s overconfidence adds salt to the wound of failed World Expo bid

Busan suffered landslide defeat for 2030 expo, raising questions about ROK’s diplomatic prowess and strategic planning

South Korea’s overconfidence adds salt to the wound of failed World Expo bid
John LeeJohn Lee November 29, 2023
Busan’s Expo bid fails: Riyadh wins 2030 hosting rights
Briefings

Busan’s Expo bid fails: Riyadh wins 2030 hosting rights

The decision raises questions about South Korea’s global influence and event-hosting capabilities

Busan’s Expo bid fails: Riyadh wins 2030 hosting rights
KOREA PROKOREA PRO November 29, 2023
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