Korean Fallout: Impeachment, Nuclear Tests and K-pop
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South Korea's Rise: Culture, Politics, and Challenges
This chapter explores South Korea's remarkable advancements in culture and technology, discussing how its cooperative model among startups, universities, and the government has driven growth. It also addresses the societal issues stemming from this rapid transformation, such as declining birth rates, income inequality, and political polarization. Furthermore, the chapter emphasizes the country's geopolitical importance and the challenges it faces in maintaining its role on the international stage amidst internal and external pressures.
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