Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations
South Korean smart farm companies face uphill battle in Middle East market
Aging farmers and high costs hinder adoption at home, while Gulf nations offer opportunities but risks abroad
South Korea positions itself as key partner in Africa’s development strategy
Meeting between trade minister and AfCFTA Secretary General highlights Seoul’s growing interest in the continent
Chung Jin-suk, the president’s new chief of staff, is no stranger to controversy
Despite his acerbic tongue, Chung is known for avoiding intra-party factional politics and being ‘personable’
Tensions resurface between Japan and South Korea over historical disputes
Low approval ratings and recent elections could tempt leaders to resort to inflammatory rhetoric, risking progress
South Korea, Japan strengthen chip partnership with $120 million investment deal
Industry minister Ahn Duk-geun’s Tokyo visit highlights growing tech cooperation between the two nations
Choo Mi-ae’s path from judicial bench to national political reformer
Former justice minister could become next parliament speaker, setting her up to challenge long-time rival Yoon Suk-yeol
US, South Korea, Japan unite to tackle currency woes, supply chain risks
Trilateral meeting addresses won and yen depreciation, non-market practices in key sectors
IPEF Supply Chain Agreement takes effect in South Korea amid uncertainties
Industry ministry discussed plans to explore joint projects with IPEF members to diversify critical material sources
Seoul’s ‘K-Defense’ push in the Philippines faces political, strategic hurdles
South Korea aims to bolster military cooperation with Manila, but election results and China’s actions loom large
South Korea’s industries minister meets US officials to discuss chip subsidies
Ahn Duk-geun seeks fair treatment for Korean companies as TSMC secures billions in US funding