News and analysis from the Korean peninsula.
K-pop, film, drama, beauty and food have become major Korean exports. This explainer covers how the ‘Korean Wave’ was built, the flywheel between culture and consumer goods, and why it matters economically.
South Korea’s shipbuilding industry explained: how it became a world leader, what it builds, and why advanced vessels keep it competitive.
An evergreen guide to South Korea’s green-energy and hydrogen push: why it matters, how hydrogen is used, and the challenges of a cleaner system.
A clear explainer on South Korea’s chaebol system: what these family-run conglomerates are, how they rose, and the debates surrounding them.
Understand South Korea’s export economy: the key industries, how trade drives growth, and why global demand shapes the country’s fortunes.
A clear guide to South Korea’s electronics and semiconductor giants: how they rose, what they make, and why they matter to global technology.
An evergreen look at South Korea’s startup and venture scene: its strengths, government support, challenges and place in a tech-driven economy.
