South Korea’s Struggle with School Violence
South Korea is experiencing a surge in bullying accusations against public figures – an extension of the ongoing struggle against school violence.
Bipartisan Consensus on Economic Priorities
President Yoon Suk Yeol’s national vision echoes the priorities of previous administrations, particularly around the need to boost small businesses.
Spotlight on Korea’s Food Import Dependence
South Korea looks to increase wheat output as grain prices rise in response to supply chain challenges created by the pandemic and geopolitical instability.
Foreigners Face Discrimination with Little Recourse
Despite a growing foreigner population, there are few legal protections against prejudicial treatment towards this community in South Korea.
Pyongyang Acknowledges COVID Deaths and Orders Mobilization to Slow Spread
The mass mobilization of medical personnel suggests Pyongyang is deeply concerned about the outbreak but it may not be able to easily access outside help.
Beyond Semiconductor and Auto Exports
South Korea seeks to strengthen security cooperation and diversify its export structure by expanding its presence in the global defense market.
Cuisine Traditions Spotlight Generational Divide
While dog meat consumption has been a tradition in Korea for centuries, younger generations are voicing their aversion to the custom.
South Korea’s Road to Reproductive Rights
Decriminalization of abortion in South Korea is a sign of progress, but much more can be done to safeguard the reproductive rights of Korean women.
Korean Battery Producers Build New Renewable Supply Chains
Businesses are investing in nations rich in cobalt, nickel, and lithium, minerals essential to the global renewable energy transition.
New Relations with an Old “Frenemy”
President-elect Yoon Suk-yeol’s delegates to Japan reaffirmed Yoon’s pledge to rebuild bilateral relations and improve US-ROK-Japan trilateral cooperation.