South Korea is holding a series of trade talks with US officials visiting Jeju for a regional summit, aiming to soften the blow from President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
South Korea-Malaysia FTA negotiations in final phase, to be finalised in October
The Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations between Malaysia and South Korea have now entered the final phase, to be finalised during the upcoming ASEAN Summit in October in Kuala Lumpur.
US-Korea Currency Talks Fuel Bets Trump Is Open to Weaker Dollar
The dollar fell after a person familiar with the matter said the US and South Korean governments discussed currency policies this month, fanning speculation President Donald Trump’s administration is …
Protection racket? Asian semiconductor giants fear looming tariffs
Inside one of South Korea’s oldest semiconductor research institutes, the cleanrooms and workshops are calm and immaculate, but outside the Seoul National University campus, a chip storm is brewing.
Is South Korea’s Digital Asset Committee About to Redefine Crypto Regulation?
South Korea’s Democratic Party has launched a Digital Asset Committee to shape crypto policy before the June 3 presidential election.
Key promises by South Korea’s conservative presidential candidate Kim Moon-soo
Seeking to build momentum in his campaign to win South Korea’s presidency, former labour minister and conservative candidate Kim Moon-soo is pledging economic policies focused on deregulation, …
South Korea’s presidential campaigns kick off, focus on ailing economy
Contenders for South Korea’s presidency kicked off their campaigns on Monday, vowing to unify a deeply polarised society and spur economic growth while navigating trade negotiations with the United …
Flying Mom to South Korea in Business Class: Here’s How I Booked It for Under 200K Points
Earning points and miles has allowed me to indulge in incredible experiences many times over, but nothing compares to using them for someone as deserving as my mother. At 23 years old, she immigrated …
Build in South Korea, Scale Across Asia: KSGC 2025 Welcomes Global Startups with US$633K in Government Support
Seoul, South Korea – May 5, 2025 – The Ministry of SMEs and Startups (MSS) has officially opened applications to international startups for the K-Startup Grand Challenge (KSGC) 2025, South Korea’s …
Why South Korea’s Market Is Still Not A Buy Despite Tariff Relief Rally
The US-China trade war will impact South Korea’s economy, exports, and politics. Click to read insights on its potential long-term benefits and market reforms.