Domestic Politics
Briefings
South Korean teachers rally; Yoon government softens stance with polls in mind
September 4, 2023
Analysis
Yoon braces for political battle as he unveils dramatically scaled back budget
2024 proposal raises spending by least amount in nearly two decades, cutting R&D investment but hiking pension payouts
August 31, 2023
Analysis
How a South Korean creditor’s troubles put ROK financial stability at risk
Saemaul Geumgo’s over-investment in real estate financing and liquidity issues could snowball into major problems
August 30, 2023
Briefings
Yoon greenlights low-risk guns for police but efficacy in crime fight debatable
August 30, 2023
Briefings
Investigation into solar power corruption as Yoon targets Moon’s energy policy
August 29, 2023
Analysis
South Korea’s Jamboree debacle: Implications for the country’s 2030 Expo bid
Allegations of financial malfeasance and lack of preparations for the event could sway BIE voters away from Korea
August 25, 2023
Briefings
Korea mulls police conscripts amid crime wave, potentially impacting military
August 24, 2023
Analysis
How a botched military probe risks eroding South Korean national security
Marine’s death has ignited political debate about military safety and readiness, while shining light on legal reforms
August 23, 2023
Analysis
South Korea’s green energy dilemma: Balancing economic and sustainability aims
Despite the ease of attracting political support and funding, merging economic and environmental goals could backfire
August 22, 2023
