Koreans Eat More Ethically
Growing public interest in protecting the environment is driving investments in meat alternatives by leading South Korean firms.
Changing Views on Tattoos in South Korea
The growing cultural dissonance surrounding tattoos in South Korea reflects how the generational divide has many manifestations.
Disorientation in Addressing Divide Between Seoul and Rest
The restructuring plan for universities might negatively impact the push to break up economic concentration around Seoul.
Young Voters Have Long Held the Keys to Electoral Victory
Outcomes from presidential elections over the past two decades suggest the youth vote is a nearly reliable predictor of victory, but that support is not guaranteed for either party.
Jingoism in the Digital Age
YouTube provides a vehicle for South Korea’s hyper-nationalist movement and demonstrates society’s vulnerability to misinformation.
New Phase in Old Partnership with Middle East
President Moon Jae-in’s three-nation trip to Middle East countries focuses on bolstering commercial and energy partnership with the region.
Hard Material Interests and Public Sentiment
The South Korean public appears more antagonistic towards China despite the nation’s extensive bilateral commercial ties.
Praise Without Representation?
Golden Globe nominations for two actors in the Korean Netflix show Squid Game are monumental, but they also reveal gender and racial bias of U.S. entertainment industry.
Seoul’s Dependence on Coal Imports
Indonesia’s ban on coal exports reiterates Seoul’s vulnerability to external supply chain shocks – and limits to its goal of reducing carbon emissions.
Conventional Economic Promise Boost Polling
Presidential Candidate Lee Jae-myung’s economic promises appeal to moderate voters and boost his electability.