Domestic Politics
Yoon battles scandal as calls for probe on first lady’s influence gain momentum
As public trust erodes, Yoon’s defensive response in 140-minute press conference raises more questions than it answers
November 8, 2024
South Korea eyes AUKUS role and Ukraine mission as Trump wins US election
Seoul weighs strategic tech partnership with AUKUS while balancing its relations with Washington, Beijing and Moscow
November 8, 2024
South Korea’s food delivery giants face antitrust scrutiny amid rising fees
Baemin, Coupang Eats and Yogiyo investigated for unfair practices as restaurant owners struggle with increased costs
November 7, 2024
South Korea’s arms export boom at risk amid opposition’s push for restrictions
Proposed laws targeting conflict-zone sales could impact defense industry growth, innovation and global partnerships
November 6, 2024
Yoon’s Ukraine strategy confronts opposition push to restrict weapons exports
ROK lawmakers want to limit executive power to send arms, fearing fallout with Russia, but risk hurting defense industry
November 5, 2024
Korea’s health system looks to foreign workers for new premium contributions
Proposal may ease NHIS strain slightly but leaves systemic aging and healthcare cost issues unresolved
November 5, 2024
South Korea shelves expansion of capital gains tax, boosting market liquidity
Repeal of Financial Investment Income Tax aims to stabilize markets but raises questions about fiscal sustainability
November 4, 2024
South Korea confronts ethical risks of interrogating North Koreans in Ukraine
While critics fear export of torture if ROK dispatches advisers, it’s in Seoul’s interest to uphold international law
October 29, 2024
Why the results of South Korea’s by-elections mask growing political fissures
Both major parties faced potent challenges in traditional strongholds, but experts say they’re unlikely to change tack
October 22, 2024
South Korea’s electric bus market sees Chinese brands dominate sales
South Korea boosts hydrogen bus production and adjusts subsidy regulations to compete with cheaper Chinese models
October 18, 2024
