Busan’s Job Program: A Temporary Fix or a Long-Term Failure?
Busan’s new job initiative promises 350 jobs with a 7.4 billion won budget. But will it create real, sustainable employment or just repeat past failures?
Maru Kim
The Fall of Homeplus: What Went Wrong and What Comes Next?
The decline of Homeplus marks a turning point for South Korea’s retail industry. E-commerce, debt, and shifting consumer habits have reshaped the market—can Homeplus adapt?
Can Busan’s Global Hub City Ambitions Deliver Jobs and Investment?
Can Busan become a true global economic hub? The Global Hub City Special Act promises jobs, investment, and innovation—but execution remains the key challenge.
Why Busan is the Key to the Future of Arctic Trade and Energy Supply
The Arctic shipping era is here. With the Northern Sea Route reducing Asia-Europe transit times by 40%, can Busan emerge as the key transshipment hub for Arctic trade?
Why South Korea’s New Towns Feel Lifeless: The Psychological Failures of Urban Planning
South Korea’s new town developments—built with high-rise apartments, oversized roads, and isolated commercial zones—were supposed to be the future of urban living. Yet, they have instead become psychologically exhausting, socially disconnected, and economically unsustainable.
South Korea’s Nuclear Dilemma: Why Diplomacy and Economy Matter More
As North Korea expands its nuclear arsenal and U.S. foreign policy shifts, calls for South Korea’s own nuclear program are growing. But is nuclear armament really the best path forward?
Why Dwaeji Gukbap Now Costs More Than a Big Mac in South Korea
Dwaeji gukbap, once an affordable Korean comfort food, now costs more than a McDonald’s Big Mac set. Rising inflation, ingredient shortages, and labor costs have driven traditional food prices higher, while fast food remains relatively cheap.