Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations
South Korea’s protest of French TV’s flag error reflects electoral sensitivity
MOFA’s challenge over incorrect flag depiction reflects domestic political tensions with elections around the corner
January 4, 2024
From EVs to rare earths: South Korea’s biggest economic successes of 2023
In part two, Korea Pro looks back at bright spots in Seoul’s efforts to bolster supply chains, boost exports and more
January 1, 2024
North Korean leader rejects reconciliation, reunification with South Korea
Kim Jong Un’s remark complicates South Korean progressives’ inter-Korean vision, vindicates Yoon’s defense spending
January 1, 2024
Russia floats economic retaliation, Lee Jun-seok leaves PPP — Pilot Ep. 5
The Korea Pro team discusses the latest developments in ROK-Russia relations and more
December 29, 2023
A year of robust foreign policy: South Korea’s biggest successes of 2023
Korea Pro has selected developments that showcased Seoul’s strengths and provide a foundation to build on in year ahead
December 29, 2023
South Korea’s export controls provoke Russian threat of retaliation
Moscow could target key energy imports and expand military cooperation with Pyongyang, straining South Korea-Russia ties
December 29, 2023
Expo rout and diplomatic gaffes: South Korea’s worst blunders of 2023
In part two, Korea Pro looks back at more stories that exposed problems in ROK, focusing on politics and foreign affairs
December 28, 2023
South Korea ramps up smart farm exports to the Middle East
Smart farm technology finds fertile ground in Middle Eastern countries grappling with food insecurity
December 27, 2023
South Korean students shifting away from China amid tensions
The steep decline in South Korean students in China signals potential long-term impacts on bilateral relations
December 26, 2023
South Korea grapples with how to balance economic growth and green goals
Seoul’s cautious approach has seen it position itself as supplier of key tech while continuing to rely on fossil fuels
December 25, 2023
