March 29, 2024
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South Korea’s military drone ambitions face challenges amid global competition
Analysis

South Korea’s military drone ambitions face challenges amid global competition

Defense firms hope UAVs will be next big export, but experts say underdeveloped systems still hinder ROK’s potential

South Korea’s military drone ambitions face challenges amid global competition
Joon Ha ParkJoon Ha Park March 13, 2024
Wrongful terminations spike as South Korean job market evolves
Analysis

Wrongful terminations spike as South Korean job market evolves

Changing dynamics and rising awareness expose disparities between large and small firms, risking legal disputes

Wrongful terminations spike as South Korean job market evolves
Jem KimJem Kim March 12, 2024
Yoon’s controversial ambassador pick sparks political firestorm in South Korea
Analysis

Yoon’s controversial ambassador pick sparks political firestorm in South Korea

Appointment of ex-defense chief under investigation risks stoking public outrage and damaging ties with Australia

Yoon’s controversial ambassador pick sparks political firestorm in South Korea
John LeeJohn Lee March 11, 2024
Godsaeng: The self-improvement trend pushing South Korea’s youth to the brink
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Godsaeng: The self-improvement trend pushing South Korea’s youth to the brink

As young South Koreans pursue a lifestyle of constant productivity, the consequences are becoming increasingly clear

Godsaeng: The self-improvement trend pushing South Korea’s youth to the brink
Junghyun SongJunghyun Song March 11, 2024
Election Watch: South Korean parliament’s female representation likely to erode
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Election Watch: South Korean parliament’s female representation likely to erode

Experts tell Korea Pro that despite promises from major parties, female political representation will remain low

Election Watch: South Korean parliament’s female representation likely to erode
Jeongmin KimJeongmin Kim March 8, 2024
South Korea’s retail war pits consumer convenience against worker welfare
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South Korea’s retail war pits consumer convenience against worker welfare

Supermarket workers and small businesses push back against government’s plan to prioritize consumer needs over welfare

South Korea’s retail war pits consumer convenience against worker welfare
Lina ParkLina Park March 7, 2024
Environmental woes mount as South Korea pushes industrial expansion
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Environmental woes mount as South Korea pushes industrial expansion

Despite evidence of harm, experts and NGOs accuse the government of downplaying concerns, favoring industrial interests

Environmental woes mount as South Korea pushes industrial expansion
Joon Ha ParkJoon Ha Park March 6, 2024
Why South Korea is experiencing an overprescription of antidepressants
Analysis

Why South Korea is experiencing an overprescription of antidepressants

Despite increased awareness, high costs and systemic issues lead to overreliance on antidepressants over therapy

Why South Korea is experiencing an overprescription of antidepressants
Hyojin KimHyojin Kim March 5, 2024
Why a push to reform South Korean spy law risks a diplomatic fallout with China
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Why a push to reform South Korean spy law risks a diplomatic fallout with China

Current ROK law only forbids espionage for North Korea, while focusing on punishments over measures to prevent leaks

Why a push to reform South Korean spy law risks a diplomatic fallout with China
John LeeJohn Lee March 4, 2024
South Korea’s youth exodus challenges corporate culture
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South Korea’s youth exodus challenges corporate culture

As young employees leave in droves, companies seek new strategies to retain emerging talent

South Korea’s youth exodus challenges corporate culture
Kim Yeon-joongKim Yeon-joong March 4, 2024
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