Reporting and analysis on South Korea’s national affairs, government, elections, policy, and the broader forces shaping public life.
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Desk Focus
This desk follows Korean public affairs, institutions, and national developments with context for readers tracking Busan and the wider policy agenda.
South Korea’s plan to shrink the country with a 1,200 km/h train promises speed, sustainability, and regional revival. But if history is any guide, faster trains may only bring faster inequality.
South Korea's healthcare diplomacy reached a new milestone in 2024, drawing over 1.17 million foreign patients—a 93% surge year-on-year. But as Seoul dominates and cosmetic care fuels demand, deeper questions arise over sustainability and public health equity
South Korea will enact 97 new laws in April, including expanded parental leave rights for students, tougher penalties for deepfake sex crimes involving minors, and new low-emission zones in cities.
From discounted hotel stays to half-price museum entries, Korea’s Digital Tourism Residency Card now covers 44 regions—nearly half of the country's officially designated depopulation zones. The government hopes to turn travelers into catalysts for regional revival.
Beneath Korea’s academic success lies a quieter crisis: classrooms that prioritize competition over citizenship, conformity over critical thought. As inequality deepens and public trust erodes, we must ask: Are we educating for democracy—or against it?
The Supreme Court of South Korea launches a digital registry platform to replace outdated systems, bringing efficiency and accessibility to property and corporate registrations.
Are K-Beauty brands exaggerating their skincare claims? The government is cracking down on misleading ‘medical-like’ marketing, shutting down 144 deceptive product ads.
South Korea’s prison system is bursting at the seams, with overcrowding rates soaring above 124% nationwide. Inside packed cells, inmates face deteriorating conditions, increased violence, and a lack of resources.
South Korea’s life satisfaction is falling for the first time in four years. Despite economic success, rising stress, social isolation, and suicide rates are worsening.
Korea’s organic food industry is making a global impact at Biofach 2025, the world’s largest organic trade fair. With $18.49 million in export deals and overwhelming buyer interest, K-Organic is emerging as a major player in the international market.
South Korea suspends AI-powered DeepSeek app over privacy concerns, sparking global regulatory scrutiny. With investigations underway in Europe and the U.S., the case could shape the future of AI data protection. Will DeepSeek comply or face permanent bans?
Seoul, South Korea - In a bold step toward fostering regional cooperation and technological advancement, South Korea announced the launch of the Korea-ASEAN Digital Innovation Flagship Project (KADIF) at the 5th ASEAN Digital Ministers’ Meeting held in Bangkok on January 16, 2025. This ambitious $30 million initiative, funded through the Korea-ASEAN Cooperation Fund, aims to enhance digital infrastructure, cultivate talent, and accelerate economic growth across the ten ASEAN member nations over
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