Domestic Politics
South Korea reins in budget spending in face of demographic time bomb
While ROK still enjoys enviable fiscal position, cuts from Moon-era budget highs will likely hurt industry and poor
Yoon Suk-yeol rejects three nos deal with China in words, but not actions
Seoul appears wary of angering Beijing by openly violating Moon-era agreement, but ambiguous approach also carries risks
Friends without benefits: How a new US law penalizes South Korean carmakers
Inflation Reduction Act casts doubt over Washington’s commitment to multilateralism and economic security of its allies
Shared worldviews drive growing defense ties between South Korea and Australia
Weapons deals support ROK’s domestic R&D and boost supply chain resiliency with democratic partner in region
Yoon chases public opinion as he pardons Samsung prince, but not an ex-president
South Korean president is seeking economic wins amid low approval rating, while aiming to avoid political controversy
Yoon Suk-yeol finds his approval rating floor, despite botched flood response
Support rate for ROK president bottoms out in 20s and looks likely to stay there due to strong disapproval among public
South Korea and India enjoy growing ties. But will Yoon prioritize New Delhi?
New administration can build on Moon’s efforts to elevate relationship and expanding economic and security cooperation
South Korea’s lack of minority protections jeopardizes its global reputation
Older men who dominate politics ignore equality and representation, even as Yoon tries to raise Korea’s global profile
Disastrous rollout of education policy drives Yoon’s approval rating lower still
All age groups 18-69 disapprove of South Korean president, as support for opposition eclipses ruling party
Why South Korea’s biggest chipmakers are betting big on US over China
Samsung and SK Hynix appear on board with US vision for semiconductor alliance with advanced East Asian economies