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Tracking Conflict in the Asia-Pacific: April 2025 Update
By ACLED Asia Pacific Team
An overview of conflict, from protests to military and militant violence, in the Asia-Pacific in March 2025.
South Korean Women’s Resistance at the Heart of Yoon Suk-yeol’s Impeachment
By Ahlem Faraoun
More than a reaction to Yoon’s autocratic and anti-feminist tendencies, the massive participation of women is the culmination of long-standing struggles for gender equality, and unmet demands for justice.
How the Sewol Sinking Changed South Korea
By Sera Yeong Seo Park
10 years on, bereaved families and their supporters continue to push for justice and accountability in all manner of man-made tragedies.
How South Korea’s Authoritarian Past Shapes Its Democracy
By Joan E. Cho
Understanding the weaknesses of South Korea’s democracy requires looking to the country’s authoritarian past.
South Korea Baffled by Stop-and-Search, Police Bus Walls During Protests
By Tae-jun Kang
Moves to disrupt anti-government protests were justified as a COVID-19 response measure, but many suspect a darker motivation.
South Korea Pastor Tests Positive Amid COVID-19 Spike at Seoul Church
By Associated Press
Rev. Jun Kwang-hun had participated in a thousands-strong anti-government protests two days before testing positive, raising fears of a massive outbreak in Seoul.
A ‘Shoe Revolution’ in South Korea?
By Tae-jun Kang
Why are South Korean protesters throwing shoes into the air?
Why Are Street Protests So Common in South Korea?
By Drananda Rohimone and Grant Wyeth
South Korea’s culture of protest is a reflection of an engaged public.
South Korea's Authoritarian Past Echoes in Controversial Document
By Clint Work
Seoul will be investigating a controversial plan to mobilize soldiers if protests against former president Park got out of hand.
Strife in South Korea Over Politics in Public Broadcasting
By Hyunmin Michael Kang
Accusations of political bias run rampant, with two broadcasting unions going on strike.
The Turning Point for South Korean Democracy
By Chris Carothers
South Korea's youth were famous for being politically apathetic. Not anymore.
Why Are South Korean Politics So Messy?
By Jin Kai
Exploring the six enduring features of Korean politics.
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