36 h. ago A ‘wild card’ emerges in South Korea’s presidential race: the prime minister

A new poll shows acting president Han Duck-soo, a 75-year-old technocrat, leading among conservative voters after Yoon Suk-yeol’s impeachment.

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4 d. ago South Korea boosts chips support to US$23 billion ahead of more Trump tariffs

South Korea shipped US$10.7 billion in chips to the US last year. Trump is expected to announce tariffs on semiconductor imports this week.

Economics

5 d. ago South Korea’s Yoon denies leading ‘a coup’ on first day of insurrection trial

The former president claimed on Monday that his martial law declaration was a ‘peaceful message’, not an attempt to seize power.

Politics

6 d. ago US looks to South Korea as it tries to revive shipbuilding and catch up to China

American and South Korean shipbuilders agree to cooperate in move analysts say could strengthen US power projection in the Indo-Pacific.

Politics

6 d. ago Japan wants to drive VTuber craze globally as South Korea breathes down its neck

The virtual YouTubers are gaining worldwide fans, with sold-out concerts and a predicted US$4 billion market by 2030.

Politics

8 d. ago In South Korea, digital sex crimes soar amid rise in AI, deepfake technology

Support centre for victims notes disturbing trend of young people using AI-generated deepfake images for entertainment.

Events

1 week ago South Korea unveils emergency measures for car industry hit by Trump tariffs

The measures include financial support for vehicle makers as well as tax cuts and subsidies to boost domestic demand.

Politics

1 week ago Trump had 'great call' with South Korea, says China wants to make deal: Live updates

Trump had 'great call' with South Korea, says China wants to make deal: Live updates  CNBC

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1 week ago South Korean military fires warning shots after North Korean soldiers cross border

South Korea’s military said about 10 North Korean soldiers returned to the North’s territory after the warning shots were fired.

Events

1 week ago North Korean soldiers cross tense DMZ border, South Korea fires warning shots

South Korea’s military said about 10 North Korean soldiers returned to the North’s territory after the warning shots were fired.

Events

1 week ago Is South Korea’s Yoon politicking from home? Country eyes June 3 presidential poll

As the fallen president remains in his official home and continues to be active in politics, officials say no date has been set for a snap poll.

Politics

1 week ago Is South Korea’s political turmoil being underwritten by Beijing?

Is South Korea’s political turmoil being underwritten by Beijing?  bne IntelliNews

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1 week ago In South Korea, crushing academic pressures start in kindergarten: ‘it’s very worrying’

Forget play dates – in some parts of Seoul, four-year-olds are already training for the notorious Suneung college entrance exam.

Events

2 w. ago North Korea’s Kim showcases new sniper rifle as South Korea impeaches president Yoon Suk

Footage of Kim Jong-un personally testing the new sniper rifle came on the same day that South Korea’s Constitutional Court upheld president Yoon’s impeachment.

Politics

2 w. ago South Korea’s Jeju unsettled by rise in crime as Chinese tourists return in droves

Official data shows Chinese visitors accounted for 66 per cent of foreign crimes between 2019 and 2023 67 per cent in 2023 alone.

Events

2 w. ago South Korea’s democracy shows ‘remarkable resilience’ as Yoon ousted by court

The ruling ends a divisive political chapter and paves the way for a presidential race that could stretch the nation’s social fabric.

Events

2 w. ago BYD to double South Korea sales network in challenge to Hyundai and Kia

Hyundai and Kia sold 1.2 million cars in South Korea last year, cornering 75 per cent of the local market.

Economics

2 w. ago South Korea’s ‘trial by media’ in spotlight after politician’s death amid assault claims

Chang Je-won was found dead in his office on Monday. Hours before, footage said to support sexual assault allegations against him was aired.

Events

2 w. ago South Korea’s impeached president to learn his fate on Friday

If the Constitutional Court removes Yoon Suk-yeol from office, a fresh presidential election must be held within two months.

Politics

2 w. ago Rivian’s CEO explains why China is leading the EV shift and how the US can catch up

Rivian’s CEO explains why China is leading the EV shift and how the US can catch up  Electrek

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