Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations
Lee Jae-myung denounces ‘submissive mindset’ in bid to reframe ROK defense
President’s sharp rhetoric signals psychological and strategic shift in South Korea’s alliance posture with US
September 22, 2025
Trump slaps $100,000 surcharge on new H-1B visas, raising costs for tech firms
Steep fee threatens South Korean industrial projects that rely on long-term US deployments of specialists
September 22, 2025
South Korea tests alliance limits with China outreach ahead of APEC summit
Growing discomfort with American coercion is driving subtle diplomatic realignment, though hard limits remain
September 19, 2025
Fed cut, Trump tariff threat and Lee’s 123 tasks — Ep. 98
The Korea Pro team examines US rate cuts, tariff tensions, Mexico’s auto duties and the Lee’s sweeping policy agenda
September 19, 2025
Mexico’s tariff plan threatens South Korea’s auto edge amid US trade strains
Seoul faces higher costs in Mexico as US tariffs persist, tightening squeeze on ROK automakers’ North American strategy
September 18, 2025
Ukraine envoy courts South Korean investment as Russia-DPRK ties deepen
In an exclusive interview, Ponomarenko calls for advanced air defense systems and rapid Korean investment in key sectors
September 17, 2025
South Korean automakers at risk of US losses as tariff gap widens with Japan
US duties on Korean cars puts Seoul at a competitive disadvantage in largest overseas market amid tense trade talks
September 16, 2025
South Korea resists US tariff ultimatum as Supreme Court ruling looms
Seoul stalls trade talks, wary of Japan-style deal while awaiting US court decision on Trump’s “reciprocal” tariffs
September 15, 2025
Favorability divide widens between South Korea and Japan amid Tokyo turmoil
Poll shows rising South Korean goodwill but entrenched Japanese skepticism, complicating Lee Jae-myung’s outreach
September 12, 2025
ICE raid fallout and Lee Jae-myung marks his 100 days in office — Ep. 97
The Korea Pro team unpacks the US raid on Hyundai-LG, President Lee’s first 100 days and key events to watch next week
September 12, 2025
