Domestic Politics
South Korea’s young voters are reshaping politics through fairness, not ideology
Younger voters angered by ballot shortages and institutional failures are challenging traditional political alignments
June 16, 2026
Why Lee Jae Myung tapped a former Naver CEO to become prime minister
Former Naver chief Han Seong-sook’s rapid rise reflects the president’s focus on AI, startups and growth
June 12, 2026
Record Coupang penalty, local elections fallout and new PM nominee — Ep. 136
South Korea’s largest e-commerce company comes under renewed scrutiny while NEC grapples with mounting public distrust
June 12, 2026
South Korea delivers record penalty as Coupang case enters new phase
Appeals are expected, but regulators have now established a formal account of the breach and its aftermath
June 12, 2026
How Seoul’s election result triggered a fight for South Korea’s ruling party
The contest has become a debate over leadership style, party discipline and ties to President Lee Jae Myung
June 10, 2026
South Korea turns US investment pledge into long-term state policy
New rules create a 20-year framework for managing alliance-linked investments and strategic projects
June 10, 2026
South Korea escalates response to ballot shortage election controversy
Lee Jae Myung backs investigations and reforms as pressure mounts on election authorities after voting disruptions
June 8, 2026
Democratic victory masks deeper political battles already shaping 2030
Election strengthened Lee Jae Myung today, but raises new questions about succession, housing and opposition renewal
June 5, 2026
DP dominates local elections, PPP holds Seoul and ballot controversy — Ep. 135
South Korea’s ruling party expands its regional foothold as conservatives find reasons for optimism in the capital
June 5, 2026
Ruling party dominates local elections but Seoul denies complete political sweep
Democratic Party expands control nationwide while Oh Se-hoon, Han Dong-hoon and party rivals gain new momentum
June 4, 2026
