Korea Joongang Daily
Korea JoongAng Daily

Stop dangerous rhetoric undermining the Constitutional Court’s authority

What poses an even greater risk than street protests is the wave of inflammatory rhetoric from political leaders, some of whom are pre-emptively rejecting the court’s authority.

2025-04-03

The Assembly must begin discussions on constitutional reform now

Though the declaration of martial law nearly brought Korean democracy to its knees, if it becomes the catalyst for constitutional reform, it will stand as a historic turning point—a triumph born of crisis.

2025-04-03

April 4 must mark the end of division and conflict

In an editorial the day after Park Geun-hye’s impeachment ruling in 2017, the JoongAng Ilbo wrote, “March 10 must mark the end of division and conflict.” That message remains just as relevant today, with only the date changed to April 4.

2025-04-02

The face of the ‘America First’ policy

The U.S. Trade Representative’s 2025 NTE report signals a looming tariff war, with Korea facing challenges, like defense offsets and U.S. beef restrictions. Korea must mitigate impacts by addressing regulatory issues and public-private partnerships.

2025-04-02

The urgent need for a supplementary budget supplants political interests

The rival parties' primary focus seems to be on maneuvering for advantage in the deadlocked impeachment trial rather than on disaster relief. Both parties must handle the supplementary budget separately from political agendas.

2025-04-01

Is the Trump administration's security policy drawing a new Acheson Line?

A document signed by Hegseth, identifies China as the sole major threat. According to a leaked nine-page memo published by U.S. media, Washington has decided to prioritize defending its homeland and Taiwan, even at the risk of exposure elsewhere.

2025-04-01

Alice in Weirdland

As the Constitutional Court's decision on the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol is dragging on, more political turmoil ensues.

2025-03-31

Political class loses reason amid delayed ruling

With pro- and anti-impeachment rallies growing more confrontational, politicians from both camps should be trying to de-escalate tensions — not pour gasoline on the fire.

2025-03-31

Medical students are refusing to return. A firm response is necessary.

Strict adherence to academic rules is important as medical students refuse to return to class.

2025-03-31

Auto tariffs and corporate law confusion exacerbate economic uncertainty

As uncertainty mounts due to Trump’s tariff bombshell, confusion is also spreading at home over proposed amendments to the Commercial Act that would extend directors’ fiduciary duties to shareholders.

2025-03-28