Investing in South Korea

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In this issue

What should be done to encourage foreign financial institutions to go to South Korea?

Dec 18, 2011

Overview: Election set to dominate coming year

The republic’s culture and tourism sectors are enjoying success, yet there is increasing disquiet about social inequalities

Seoul night life Dec 18, 2011

Tourism: Get the most out of Seoul in 48 hours

A weekend spent in this city is just enough time to experience genuine thrills before tiredness sets in

Dec 18, 2011

Small businesses: State and big business decide to foster entrepreneurship

Political concerns over economic polarisation are bringing change, writes Daniel Tudor

Louis Vuitton ad Dec 18, 2011

Luxury goods: Groups have their eye on trendy Seoul

Fashion brands are increasing their presence

Kim Jin-suk ©Reuters Dec 18, 2011

Labour market: Union strife seen as a threat to business

Companies face problems cutting staff, but workers feel their position is precarious, writes Song Jung-a

Dec 18, 2011

Profile: Seo Jung-jin has sights on ‘biosimilar’ market

The former Daewoo Motor executive is making waves in the drug industry, writes Song Jung-a

Lee Chae-wook Dec 18, 2011

Infrastructure: Airport plans to spread its wings

The management of Incheon, Asia’s eighth-busiest airport, has ambitious plans for growth both within and outside its home territory

Dec 18, 2011

Retail investments: Day traders cry foul over warrants

Liquidity providers stand accused of aiding ‘scalpers’, writes Song Jung-a

Karel De Guchet Dec 18, 2011

Trade pact: Real benefits of agreement are some way off

Europeans hope deal will aid them against China, says Sebastien Falletti

Dec 18, 2011

Guest column: Kim Ki-hwan

Reforms needed to promote Seoul as finance centre

Dec 18, 2011

Guest column: Bahk Jaewan

Next year will be tough, but the economy will make progress