As confrontations with China intensify in the South China Sea, the Philippines is accelerating military modernization by procuring frigates, jets and other defense systems from South Korea to strengthen deterrence and alliance-based security.
Special prosecutors have asked a Seoul court to sentence former President Yoon Suk Yeol to death, arguing his 2024 martial law declaration constituted an act of insurrection undermining the constitutional order.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk warned that South Korea’s plunging birthrate could shrink the population dramatically, raising concerns about long-term security and societal stability.
Footage of Kim Jong-un and his daughter Kim Ju-ae at a New Year’s event has drawn scrutiny from a Japan-based outlet, which described their public displays of closeness as unusual.
North Korea conducted a hypersonic missile drill as Kim Jong-un warned of “complicated international events,” remarks analysts say alluded to Venezuela and U.S. use of force abroad.
Korean and Japanese automakers are restructuring production to avoid U.S. tariffs, with Japan reimporting U.S.-built cars and Korea expanding local output.
Tempers flared at the National Assembly as Coupang executives faced intense scrutiny over a major data breach, labor allegations and a controversial compensation plan during a joint parliamentary hearing.
South Korea’s Defense Ministry has dismissed four Army generals for their involvement in the Dec. 3 martial law declaration, citing violations of legal compliance and duty of integrity.
Former President Yoon Suk Yeol faces a possible 10-year prison sentence after prosecutors sought consecutive terms for obstruction of justice and related charges tied to his martial law declaration.
Korean shipbuilders and defense firms are positioning themselves to join the U.S. Navy’s Golden Fleet initiative as Washington seeks rapid fleet expansion. Hanwha, HD Hyundai and Samsung Heavy are exploring partnerships, bids and technology cooperation under the Make American Shipbuilding Great Again push.
