Domestic Politics
Challenges of Korean film industry, aftermath of knife attack — Pilot Ep. 7
Korea Pro discusses how ROK movie industry suffered from low profitability, controversy surrounding criminal identities
January 12, 2024
Yoon’s new economic security adviser appointment emphasizes trade with China
The appointment of Wang Yun-jong, a China economy expert, signals Seoul’s intent to balance its technology diplomacy
January 11, 2024
National elections highlight anti-incumbent sentiment in South Korea
Lack of transparency or connections with constituencies has historically led South Korean voters to reject incumbents
January 9, 2024
South Korea’s focus on US, Japan relations in 2023 overlooks regional players
As Seoul prioritizes key alliances, experts warn of potential fallout in wider Asian relations as elections loom
January 8, 2024
Assassination attempt against opposition party chief Lee Jae-myung — Pilot Ep. 6
The Korea Pro team discusses what experts called a deteriorating political culture in South Korea
January 5, 2024
Assassination attempt on opposition leader signals decaying political culture
Experts tell Korea Pro that the attack on Lee Jae-myung exposes alarming polarization that threatens Korea’s democracy
January 5, 2024
Yoon suggests short-selling ban extension amid political tensions
The decision to extend the short-selling ban could deter foreign investors and affect the country’s economic growth
January 5, 2024
South Korea faces human rights backslide in 2023
From classrooms to military barracks, stories of struggle and resilience unfold in the battle for rights and equality
January 4, 2024
South Korea’s protest of French TV’s flag error reflects electoral sensitivity
MOFA’s challenge over incorrect flag depiction reflects domestic political tensions with elections around the corner
January 4, 2024
Leadership challenges shake South Korea’s major parties before general election
Struggling with low approval rates and intra-party dissent, the PPP and DP face a fractured political landscape
January 3, 2024
