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• South Korea Faces Tripartite Crisis as Trump Escalates Pressure Over Energy Security, Alliance Costs, and Trade

  Published: Apr 4, 2026

  Section: Opinion & Analyses

  U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent national address has signaled a prolonged conflict in Iran, triggering a surge in oil prices and renewed demands for Seoul to increase its mili...

• Bank of Korea’s Newly Appointed Chief Shin Hyun-song Pledges "Balanced" Policy Amid Global Volatility

  Published: Mar 23, 2026

  Section: Banking & Finance

  In a move signaling a focus on financial stability and risk management, South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has appointed world-renowned economist Shin Hyun-song as the next Gover...

• Coupang Data Breach Ignites Diplomatic Tension Over South Korean Data Governance Reform

  Published: Mar 7, 2026

  Section: Asia

  A significant data breach at Coupang has evolved from a domestic regulatory issue into a complex international trade dispute between Seoul and Washington. The incident has intensif...