Coronavirus Weakens Labor Unions
Coronavirus is changing the labor-management relationship in major Korean retail companies as public policy focus turns to minimizing the economic fallout of the epidemic.
Domestic Labor Market Faces Coronavirus Headwinds
Economic uncertainties created by the coronavirus revealed that skilled workers in the manufacturing sector face more risks than other groups in the labor market.
Steady Improvements in Gender Equality
Gender equality in South Korea is showing some improvements, nudged on by increasingly progressive laws on issues such as male parental leave and female labor participation.
An Adversarial Media? Or Bad Public Policy?
The government’s focus on attracting media cooperation reveals the administration’s belief that previous real estate policies had been scuttled by bad publicity.
South Korea’s Mixed Message to Immigrants
While recognizing the economic benefits of foreign workers, South Korea is still hesitant to take steps that would integrate immigrants into society.
Emerging 5G industry in South Korea amid the U.S.-China Trade Conflict
As the U.S. government monitors China’s advances in 5G, Huawei’s presence as a 5G vendor in South Korea has created a dilemma.
Gaming Industry: Another Trial of “Welfare vs. Growth”
South Korea struggles to strike a balance between promoting an industry that has major growth potential and public health concerns outlined by the WHO.
South Korea Chooses Market Stability Over Innovative Industries
Although the government promotes bio-health as a growth industry, the regulator’s warning to investors suggests t r y rket stability.
New Education Policy May Undermine Efforts to Reduce Inequality
The modification of college admission standards may intensify the housing demands in wealthier neighborhoods and exacerbate wealth inequality.
People-Centered Economy vs. Innovation
South Korean government is under pressure to come up with a “win-win” solution that accommodates innovation and employment.