Domestic Politics
South Korea’s constitutional showdown erupts as Han Duck-soo faces impeachment
Democratic Party argues removing acting president requires a simple majority, sparking legal and political disputes
December 25, 2024
Liquidity and reforms lead South Korea’s response to financial jitters
Liquidity and forex reforms aim to calm markets, but inflation risks and a weak won loom over recovery efforts
December 24, 2024
South Korea’s chaotic 2024: Impeachment, martial law and political upheaval
Yoon Suk-yeol’s impeachment caps a turbulent year of power struggles, corruption and constitutional challenges
December 23, 2024
Han Duck-soo vetoes bills as Fed rate cut roils South Korea’s economy — Ep. 53
Korea Pro unpacks the Acting President’s veto and the BOK’s policy dilemmas amid political and financial turbulence
December 20, 2024
Fed’s rate cut sparks market turmoil as South Korea struggles with weakening won
Finance ministry pledges bold interventions as soaring dollar and fragile growth amplify economic risks
December 20, 2024
Misinformation in South Korea soars during and after martial law declaration
How fake news, polarized politics and debunking efforts shaped the nation’s response to political turmoil
December 19, 2024
Turf war between rival agencies threatens Yoon impeachment investigation
A surprise agreement aims to resolve chaos, but doubts remain about its ability to overcome deep-rooted rivalries
December 18, 2024
Han Duck-soo pushes for swift 2025 budget execution amid fiscal uncertainty
Acting president signals front-loaded spending to ease political and market volatility amid cuts to contingency reserves
December 18, 2024
Han Duck-soo: Seasoned technocrat faces his toughest test as acting president
Han’s decades of experience will be put to the test as he grapples with Yoon Suk-yeol’s impeachment fallout
December 17, 2024
What’s at stake in South Korea’s impeachment trial of Yoon Suk-yeol
Constitutional Court’s decision will have major implications for executive power and trust in democratic institutions
December 16, 2024
