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This article was published in The Korea Times on April 10, 2024. In March, Russia vetoed a routine resolution to extend the mandate of the U.N. Panel of Experts. Moscow’s…
For the first time since the end of the Cold War, North Korea has embraced relations with Russia as a key component of its foreign policy and domestic development. However,…
What Happened Foreign nationals’ acquisition of Korean properties in 2021 hit a record high. Data shows that Chinese nations ranked top among international purchasers of Korean properties for nine consecutive years. The government plans to tighten supervision on overseas purchases of Korean real estate. Implications: South Korea’s domestic challenges shape its attitudes towards foreign partners. Media discussions on Chinese investment in…
What Happened Civil Servants joined the nationwide walkout organized by the umbrella union Korean Confederation of Trade Unions on October 20. Civil servants are currently demanding fixed lunch breaks. This follows the death of a civil servant, allegedly due to overwork and bullying. Implications: Workers in Korea are increasingly forming coalitions across sectors and vocations. In contrast to past efforts to…
The resource that will drive future growth is data. For Korea’s entertainment industry to get a share of this new currency, it has to transition from being producers of content to becoming providers of a platform that aggregates data. But domestic streaming platforms face numerous challenges when competing against foreign giants like Netflix, Disney+, and…
What Happened Parents of elementary school students are pushing for national academic evaluations to be reinstated to know where their children’s education stands compared to the national average. COVID-19 has increased concerns over a widening education quality gap between students. The government attributes this widening gap to students with access to private education and those who do not. Implications: Korean society…