Domestic Politics
Trump blinks and key figures declare their candidacies for president — Ep. 71
Trump’s tariff pause eases panic, South Korea’s presidential race accelerates, and U.S. energy designation approaches
April 11, 2025
Lee Jae-myung leads crowded field as South Korean election draws near
With Yoon ousted, Lee faces Kim Dong-yeon in DP primary while PPP contenders split post-impeachment right
April 11, 2025
Trump’s tariff pause steadies markets, but South Korea’s crisis is far from over
Seoul gets a 90-day reprieve, but faces lasting risks from broken trade rules and US unpredictability
April 10, 2025
A nation holds its breath: Photo report from Yoon Suk-yeol’s final day in office
As the court announced its ruling, celebration and resignation unfolded in public squares across downtown Seoul
April 10, 2025
South Korea’s ruling party outlines seven-point vision to reclaim moderates
The PPP mixes something borrowed, something new as conservatives try to shed Yoon’s toxic political baggage
April 9, 2025
Han and Trump discuss trade and defense in first call since Trump’s re-election
South Korea braces for economic fallout as Trump pushes for “fairer” trade and revived defense cost sharing agreements
April 9, 2025
How businesses can manage regulatory uncertainty in post-Yoon South Korea
As political platforms remain fluid, businesses must focus on labor laws, corporate taxes and operational flexibility
April 8, 2025
South Korea’s top court: No military in politics, no presidential overreach
Experts praise ruling’s clarity and commitment to upholding democratic principles amid political crises
April 7, 2025
SPECIAL: Korea Pro online briefing on Yoon’s removal from presidency — Ep.70
Legal and political experts analyze the Constitutional Court ruling, democratic implications and reform prospects
April 7, 2025
National Assembly Speaker’s call for constitutional reform faces resistance
Woo Won-shik’s referendum proposal lacks support from opposition leader and presidential frontrunner Lee Jae-myung
April 7, 2025
