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Steven Borowiec is a journalist and broadcaster based in Seoul, South Korea. He has written for the Guardian, Time, the Wall Street Journal, on other top notch media outlets. He has appeared as a commentator on radio and television networks including NPR, BBC and CBC.
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Australia envoy spat shakes South Korea's ruling party ahead of poll
South Korea's ambassador-designate to Australia, former defense minister Lee Jong-sup, is under investigation for allegedly interfering in a probe into a marine's on-duty death, posing a threat to the ruling party's prospects in upcoming elections.
South Korean central bank proposes lower pay for foreign care workers
South Korea's central bank has proposed bringing in foreign care workers and paying them less than the minimum wage to address economic challenges associated with the aging population. This proposal, if implemented, would be a significant shift from the current employment standards for foreign workers in South Korea, who are currently entitled to the same minimum wage as local workers.
South Korea's trainee doctors continue walkout over pay, hours
Thousands of trainee doctors in South Korea, including Na, have resigned in protest against the government's plan to increase medical school admissions by 2,000 students, a 67% rise. The walkout, driven by concerns over pay and working hours, has led to a standoff with President Yoon Suk Yeol's administration, which is facing criticism for its healthcare policies.
South Korea holds live-fire drill after North's shelling near islands
South Korea conducted a live-fire exercise in response to North Korea's shelling, which led to the evacuation of two frontline South Korean islands in the Yellow Sea. This incident marks an escalation in tensions between the two Koreas, whose leaders have recently exchanged harsh rhetoric.
South Korea holds live-fire drill after North's shelling near islands
South Korea conducted a live-fire drill in reaction to North Korea's shelling near two South Korean islands in the Yellow Sea, which led to evacuations. This incident marks an increase in tensions between the two Koreas, whose leaders have recently exchanged strong rhetoric.
Russia using North Korea ballistic missiles in Ukraine, White House says
The U.S. announced that Russia has used ballistic missiles and launchers supplied by North Korea, indicating a new level of cooperation between the two authoritarian states. National security spokesperson John Kirby revealed that Washington has new intelligence confirming North Korea's recent provision of these military assets to Russia, potentially giving Moscow an advantage in the ongoing war in Ukraine.
South Korea politician stabbing adds to tension ahead of elections
Tensions escalated in Seoul as crowds gathered outside an emergency room where a prominent South Korean opposition politician was taken after being stabbed in the neck. Supporters clashed with news crews and YouTubers, leading to intermittent shouting matches as police tried to manage the situation.
South Korean hit '12:12: The Day' highlights political divides
South Korean historical blockbuster '12:12: The Day' dramatizes the assassination of President Park Chung-hee and the subsequent coup led by General Chun Doo-hwan, highlighting the political turmoil and battle for control in the country. The film features veteran actor Hwang Jung-min as Chun Doo-hwan.
South Korean rising political star makes stern shift on refugees
South Korea's Justice Minister Han Dong-hoon has announced a proposal for a legal amendment to screen asylum seekers for any history of terrorist acts or associations with terrorist groups. This represents a shift in Han's stance, as he has previously been an advocate for integrating outsiders. The amendment aims to address the current lack of legal grounds for denying refugee status to terrorists, thereby ensuring national security.
New South Korean statistics worsen dread over low birthrate
South Korea's birthrate has reached an all-time low of 0.70 for the third quarter, matching the previous quarter's record low. This decline has raised concerns about the country's economic future, with the annual birthrate recorded at 0.78 in 2022 and 0.81 in 2021. The statistics have sparked existential questions and fears among observers.
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