Domestic Politics
Briefings
South Korean military aid for Ukraine if ‘under a large-scale civilian attack’
April 20, 2023
Analysis
South Korea pumps brakes on plans to overhaul rape laws despite calls for reform
Seoul emphasizes need for social consensus, but critics say unresponsive laws lead to impunity for sexual crimes
April 13, 2023
Analysis
Why spying allegations will have little impact on the US- South Korea alliance
Despite polarized reactions at home, Seoul remains focused on DPRK and trade ahead of summit in Washington this month
April 12, 2023
Analysis
How South Korea’s political parties are preparing for upcoming campaign season
A Korea Pro analysis on the two major parties’ strengths and weaknesses, prospects for victory and election goals
April 10, 2023
Analysis
‘Servant of Japan’: South Korea’s opposition challenges Yoon’s rapprochement
The Democratic Party has pushed Yoon on Fukushima, called for an official ‘Dokdo Day’ to celebrate disputed islets
April 7, 2023
Analysis
How South Korea’s sex education is out of step with international standards
Experts say recent consideration of abstinence-only, heteronormative curricula promotes discrimination and violence
April 4, 2023
Analysis
Why foreign journalists in South Korea get second-rate access to government
Local media’s desire to limit competition hampers international media from accessing primary sources equally
April 3, 2023
