South Korea offers talks to ease tensions with North

South Korea offers talks to ease tensions with North

South Korea's President says he's open to establishing a working group with North Korea in a bid to ease tensions. The comments come as Seoul marks National Liberation Day and the country's independence from Japan. East Asia correspondent William Denselow reports.

August 15, 2024 20

Uncategorized

Opposition achieves landslide win in S Korea election

Leaders of South Korea’s ruling People Power Party are stepping down following a massive defeat in the country’s parliamentary elections on Wednesday. The opposition Democratic Party won 185 of 300 contested seats in what experts say is a blow to the administration of president Yoon Suk Yeol. Chris Gilbert reports.

April 11, 2024 16

World

South Korean leaders make final push ahead of Wednesday election

Rival parties in South Korea are making the final push for votes ahead of Wednesdays parliamentary election. Leaders have been campaigning in battleground areas in a race that is expected to result in another minority government.

April 9, 2024 25

World

S Korea health system strained as doctor walkout continues

South Korea’s health system is under mounting pressure as an ongoing walkout by trainee doctors puts a strain on resources. The protest is over pay and working conditions as the country looks to lower the entry requirements to medical schools. Chris Gilbert reports.

February 23, 2024 16