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The Monocle Daily

South Korea’s ongoing political crisis and does the ‘Time Magazine’ person of the year really matter?

Dec 12, 2024
Carol Walker, a Times radio presenter and former BBC correspondent, joins Sean Kemp, a political strategist and former advisor to the Liberal Democrats. They dive into South Korea's political crisis, discussing the implications of President Yoon Seok-yol's potential impeachment and its effects on governance. The pair also explore the UK’s shifting attitudes towards Brexit, highlighting new public sentiments. Additionally, they debate whether Time Magazine's Person of the Year holds real significance in today's political climate.
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Quick takeaways

  • South Korea's political crisis, marked by President Yoon Seok-yol's defiance amid public dissent, threatens the nation's international soft-power standing.
  • Australia's proposed tax on tech giants to support local journalism reflects a significant shift towards regulating digital platforms and sustaining media integrity.

Deep dives

Political Turmoil in South Korea

South Korea's President Yoon Seok-yol is facing increased pressure amidst growing public dissent and potential impeachment. His recent address, marked by defiance, reveals the significant political turmoil the country is enduring, drawing parallels to past authoritarian actions that still resonate in collective memory. The concerns around the president's governance extend beyond politics; they threaten to undermine South Korea's international standing and stability. Observers are anxious about how this situation will unfold, especially given the country's role as a key ally in regional security.

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