Trump as a catalyst for populism in Korea
Donald Trump's rhetoric and foreign policy actions often highlight America's self-interest at the expense of traditional allies.
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South Korea as an easy target for Trump
Event or Trend: Donald Trump's election victory has reignited concerns in South Korea over his approach to alliances.
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South Korea’s presidential controversies pose risk
The controversies surrounding South Korea’s first lady, Kim Keon-hee, and her alleged misconduct—ranging from luxury gift acceptance to political interference—have escalated.
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South Korea’s demographic crisis
South Korea’s fertility rate, the lowest in the world, continues to decline, signaling a demographic crisis.
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South Korea’s proposed foreign agents registration act
The proposal for a South Korean version of the U.S. Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) has sparked significant debate. The legislative move aims to monitor foreign influence by requiring registration of entities acting on behalf of foreign principals, similar to U.S. practices.
2024 11 01
South Korea’s defense-industrial sites face sabotage risk
Event or Trend: Following the 30 October nuclear submarine shipyard fire in Barrow-in-Furness, UK, concerns over foreign sabotage by Russian agents have intensified.
2024 10 30
Reverse migration to impact politics
Event or Trend: A growing trend of Korean expatriates living in the West are returning to South Korea, driven by economic, social, and personal factors.
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South Korea and anti-discrimination
Protests by Christian groups on 27 October 2024, followed a court ruling granting same-sex couples access to state health insurance, highlighting ongoing resistance to anti-discrimination reforms.
2024 10 22
South Korea adds small modular reactors (SMRs) to energy plan
South Korea has announced plans to construct four small modular reactors (SMRs) as part of its broader effort to rejuvenate its nuclear industry and establish energy security.
2024 10 22
South Koreans express fear regarding Ukraine disinformation
Reports from South Korea’s National Intelligence Service (NIS) state North Korea has decided to deploy 12,000 troops to Russia to support its military operations against Ukraine.
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