Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations
South Korea ramps up global standards drive amid Trump trade risks
Seoul targets advanced industries to safeguard exports and counter rising U.S. protectionism under Trump
January 22, 2025
Trump returns to power with policies that could strain US-South Korea relations
Trade conflicts, military costs and exclusion from diplomacy with North Korea pose risks for Seoul’s future
January 21, 2025
Yoon’s arrest, Trump’s inauguration and South Korea’s dilemmas — Ep. 57
How Yoon’s fall from power and Trump’s potential plans for North Korea complicate Seoul’s security future
January 17, 2025
Yoon Suk-yeol becomes first sitting president arrested in South Korea
Markets show optimism, but political uncertainty looms over governance and security challenges
January 16, 2025
South Korea secures US AI tech access amid tightened export controls worldwide
Access to cutting-edge AI chips boosts South Korea’s tech edge but raises challenges in China trade relations
January 15, 2025
Japan’s foreign minister visits South Korea amid Yoon’s impeachment
With a DP-led government likely to take over the reins, Tokyo positions itself for changing foreign policy approaches
January 14, 2025
South Korea strengthens economic links with US ahead of Trump administration
Trade talks with US leaders highlight collaboration opportunities and the value of South Korean companies
January 13, 2025
Trump’s Inauguration, nuclear deals and South Korea’s legal battles — Ep. 56
The Korea Pro team discusses the latest nuclear energy pact, legal chaos and business ties at Trump’s inauguration
January 10, 2025
Seoul expands ASEAN partnerships ahead of Trump’s White House return
New initiatives target digital growth, climate action and workforce development to bolster trade links
January 9, 2025
The ironclad illusion: South Korea’s crisis puts alliance with US to the test
Blinken’s reassurances ring hollow after Yoon’s martial law. Washington needs to do more to speak up for ROK democracy
January 7, 2025
