Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations
South Korea and China extend ferry lifespan to 15 years to stabilize routes
New agreement aims to reduce costs for operators, but safety concerns loom with aging vessels in operation
September 16, 2024
South Korean politicians call for tougher restrictions on foreign voting rights
With concerns over Chinese voter impact, lawmakers propose longer residency periods and reciprocity clauses
September 10, 2024
South Korea hosts international summit on responsible military use of AI
The two-day event includes 1.5 track talks between high-level officials and industry leaders
September 10, 2024
Diplomatic faux pas, challenging trade deals and deepfakes — Ep. 37
Kim Tae-hyo says the quiet part aloud, Korea seeks to import Australian lithium, and KHNP’s nuclear deal is in trouble
September 6, 2024
South Korea’s top court demands action on climate targets for future generations
Constitutional Court orders more concrete post-2030 emission targets, raising challenges for government and industries
September 5, 2024
South Korea’s $17B Czech nuclear bid faces US, French legal complaints
Legal complaints threaten to derail KHNP’s $17.4 billion project as Yoon seeks to strengthen ties with Prague
September 5, 2024
South Korea targets Australian minerals to reduce supply chain risks
Enhanced cooperation aims to reduce reliance on China, but environmental regulations and stiff competition pose hurdles
September 3, 2024
South Korea to investigate Telegram for allegedly abetting deepfake sex crimes
Investigation into messaging app follows arrest of CEO in France, highlighting cross-border nature of digital sex crimes
September 3, 2024
Hanwha Ocean wins first US Navy maintenance contract, paving way for expansion
Breakthrough in US defense market offers tech gains and revenue potential, but regulatory challenges loom
August 30, 2024
South Korea’s childcare experiment: Balancing labor needs and ethics
Concerns arise regarding accessibility for low-income families and potential exploitation of foreign workers
August 28, 2024
