Domestic Politics
Yoon Suk-yeol’s summit in Washington met with lukewarm reception in Seoul
In rare show of unity, both left and right fault president for allegedly conceding right to go nuclear in deal with US
May 4, 2023
Politics of care: Uproar over nursing law sets up difficult decision for Yoon
Debate over nurses’ role in medical care has turned partisan after passage of new law without ruling party support
May 3, 2023
Yoon’s approval ratings hold steady despite controversy over Japan remarks
Polls move little after ROK president said Tokyo need not apologize for historical sins, suggesting approval floor
April 28, 2023
Yoon lauds nuclear progress at US-ROK summit, but critics remain unconvinced
Experts say nuclear consultation deal is unlikely to ease ROK public’s doubts about US or enthusiasm for nuke program
April 27, 2023
How Yoon-Biden summit masks South Korea’s growing concerns over US intentions
Two sides have announced major investment deals, but ROK firms fear losing competitive edge due to Washington’s policies
April 26, 2023
South Korea’s pension fund careens toward demographic cliff
Aging population threatens sustainability of system, forcing hard choices about retirement, immigration and more
April 25, 2023
Seoul’s foreign policy divisions bubble to surface after key adviser resigns
Reshuffle in national security office sets stage for politicking, which could come at expense of South Korea’s interests
April 24, 2023
