North Korea rights capsized warship after failed launch

North Korea has righted a capsized destroyer and moored it at a pier in the north-eastern port of Chongjin, as it continues to repair the new warship. Leader Kim Jong Un has described the vessel as a significant asset in his nuclear-armed military. The …

PROCUREMENT: North Korea Continues to Deliver

June 7, 2025: After decades of delays, North Korea is trying to upgrade its navy. This includes replacing 76 submarines from the 1960s and 80s with a dozen or more Chinese models, some of which can be equipped with ballistic missiles. North Korea is …

South Korea Commemorates Memorial Day

Photo : YONHAP News The government has held a ceremony to commemorate the 70th Memorial Day at the Seoul National Cemetery on Friday to honor the sacrifices and contributions of fallen soldiers.  The ceremony was attended by some four thousand guests …

South Korea’s LNG demand set to rise as new president prioritizes renewables

South Korea’s new President Lee Jae-myung’s push to expand the role of renewables in the country’s power mix is expected to boost LNG demand to ensure a stable electricity supply, industry officials said. Lee, who won the presidential election on June 3 …

South Korea’s new presidency and the future of China-South Korea relations

On June 4, South Korea witnessed a significant political turning point as Lee Jae-myung of the Democratic Party of Korea was elected as the country’s 21st president. Sworn into office just hours after his electoral victory, Lee inherits a nation fatigued …

China Launches Charm Offensive to Woo South Korea’s Leftist New President

Asia week ahead: China trade figures, plus key data from South Korea and India

China: a moderation in export growth amid uncertainty, and inflation data Next week’s economic calendar will be headlined by the release of CPI inflation and May trade data. Persistent deflationary pressures – driven by price competition and ongoing cost- …

South Korea's Hanwha offloads Eutelsat stake as Starlink rival seeks new investors

South Korea's Hanwha Systems said on Thursday it was selling its entire 5.4 per cent stake in Eutelsat for about 78 million euros ($85 million), as the Franco-British satellite operator seeks new investors. Eutelsat has garnered unprecedented attention …

Uzbekistan, Jordan qualify for World Cup for first time, South Korea through

Uzbekistan and Jordan made history on Thursday by qualifying for their first World Cup, while the pair will be joined in next year’s tournament by perennial participants South Korea. Uzbekistan, one of the fastest-rising national teams in Asia, drew 0-0 …

Bayern Munich’s Kim Min-jae and South Korea qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup

South Korea have become the latest nation to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The East Asians sealed their place in next year’s tournament with a 2-0 win over Iraq, which propelled them to top spot in Group B of the third round of Asian qualifying. The …