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Trump Threatens 25% Tariffs on South Korea Over Trade Deal Delays
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Trump Threatens 25% Tariffs on South Korea Over Trade Deal Delays

President Trump warned he'll raise tariffs on Korean cars and pharmaceuticals from 15% to 25% due to legislative delays in ratifying their trade agreement. Alliance under economic pressure.

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HK
Haneul Kim
President Lee Withdraws Budget Minister Nominee Amid Scandal
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President Lee Withdraws Budget Minister Nominee Amid Scandal

President Lee Jae Myung withdrew his nomination for budget minister Lee Hye-hoon following controversies over real estate dealings and workplace misconduct allegations.

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HK
Haneul Kim
Digital padlock over maps of Korea and Australia
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Foreign Real Estate Investment Regulation 2026: Lessons from Korea and Australia

Explore the tightening of foreign real estate investment regulation in 2026. A look at how South Korea and Australia are balancing housing affordability and global capital.

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Haneul Kim
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A judge's gavel and the South Korean flag in a courtroom
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Han Duck Soo 23 Years Treason Sentence: A Landmark Ruling on the 'Self-Coup'

Former South Korean PM Han Duck Soo has been sentenced to 23 years for treason regarding the 2024 martial law attempt. Read about the 'self-coup' ruling and its impact.

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MC
Minho Choi
A broken wooden birdhouse in the fog representing the failure of protective institutions.
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Incheon Disabled Facility Abuse Investigation: 19 Women Come Forward

Authorities in Incheon are investigating a director of a facility for the disabled after 19 women alleged systemic sexual abuse.

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MC
Minho Choi
A scale of justice in a courtroom setting
PoliticsEN
Ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol Appeal Filed in Obstruction of Justice Case

Ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol's legal team has filed an appeal in an obstruction of justice case as of Jan 19, 2026. Read about the political and legal implications.

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HK
Haneul Kim
President Lee and PM Meloni shaking hands during their summit in Seoul
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The 19-Year Wait Ends: Lee Jae-myung Meloni Summit 2026 in Seoul

President Lee Jae-myung and PM Giorgia Meloni hold a historic summit in Seoul on Jan 19, 2026. This Lee Jae-myung Meloni Summit 2026 marks the first Italian leader's visit in 19 years, focusing on AI and chips.

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Haneul Kim
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Officials from South Korea's Unification and Foreign Ministries during a policy meeting.
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South Korea North Korea Policy Coordination 2026: Ministries Launch Joint Channel to End Rivalry

South Korea's unification and foreign ministries launched a new consultative channel on Jan 16, 2026, to ensure better South Korea North Korea policy coordination 2026.

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HK
Haneul Kim
South Korea and Russia flags symbolizing the restoration of bilateral relations
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Putin South Korea Relations Restoration 2026: A Push for Pragmatic Diplomacy

Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed a desire to restore relations with South Korea on Jan 15, 2026, emphasizing a return to pragmatic trade and business approaches.

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HK
Haneul Kim
A panoramic view of a guard post in the DMZ through barbed wire
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South Korea Considers Restoration of 2018 Inter-Korean Military Pact

South Korea is discussing the restoration of the 2018 inter-Korean military pact as of Jan. 14, 2026. National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac confirmed the plan amid drone incursion probes.

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HK
Haneul Kim
Illustration of a gavel hitting a digital shield with the Coupang logo
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U.S. Lawmakers Slam 'Discriminatory' Regulatory Actions Against Coupang in 2026

U.S. lawmakers accused South Korean regulators of 'discriminatory' and 'aggressive' actions against Coupang on Jan 13, 2026. Explore the rising trade tensions.

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Haneul Kim
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South Korean Prosecutors Seek Death Penalty for Former President Yoon Suk Yeol

South Korean prosecutors demanded the death penalty for former President Yoon Suk Yeol on Jan 13, 2026, for insurrection charges related to the 2024 martial law.

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Haneul Kim
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