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WHAT'S NEXT?: South Korea may go nuclear if Trump cancels the missile deployment and leaves the country alone facing the North's threats. With the President facing an impeachment vote and mass demonstrations on the streets political and economic turmoil may follow. Chinese markets has already shaken South Korea, where central bankers downgraded their forecasts for economic growth.

• [New] Early Trials and Government Initiatives: South Korea aims to commercialize initial 6G services by 2028. FinancialContent
• [New] 41% of methyl methacrylate imports originate from South Korea and Japan, which is exposing supply chains to maritime disruption risks. Market Data Forecast
• [New] Beijing is stacking up its bargaining chips ahead of expected U.S.-China talks when Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping visit South Korea's Gyeongju this month, announcing new export controls to tighten its grip over high-tech manufacturing supply chains. Economic Times
• [New] Recent breaches in South Korea have revealed vulnerabilities in even the most technologically advanced systems, with data leaks now occurring almost monthly. Talent500 blog
• [New] South Korea will recognise as SAF any aviation fuels which have achieved carbon reduction levels required under ICAO standards. GreenAir News
• [New] General Motors announced that its Super Cruise advanced driver assistance system will be available in South Korea on properly equipped models on compatible roads starting in November. Medium
• [New] GM will launch Super Cruise on a Cadillac model later in 2025. / South Korea Medium
• [New] In South Korea, the initial road network will include more than 14,000 miles of covered expressways and major arterial roads, including major routes like the Gyeongbu Expressway linking Seoul and Busan. Medium
• [New] As East Asian demand grows, Arctic rerouting will become increasingly prominent along the energy corridors connecting Japan and South Korea with European partners, with ASR usage reaching 43% to 56%. PubMed Central (PMC)
• In November 2025, South Korea will officially enter the global humanoid race. roboticsnewsai.com
• South Korea is aggressively adopting the 5G networks, and as demand for high-speed internet services grows, the demand for specialty fibers is expected to grow. Custom Market Insights
• KIDA experts expect the NDS to press South Korea to take on greater military responsibilities and shoulder a larger share of defence costs. The Diplomat
• South Korea announced it will spend hundreds of millions to make Seoul a loneliness-free city. Mackinac Center
• In a region defined by nuclear threats, revisionist powers, and asymmetric coercion, South Korea cannot afford to gamble on symbolic gestures. Asia Times
• The concentration of advanced chip manufacturing, with over 90% of advanced chips produced in Taiwan and South Korea, creates major vulnerabilities. FinancialContent
• Countries such as China, South Korea, and Japan are expected to invest heavily in technological upgradation of the automotive and industrial sector. Global Market Estimates
• While the global average is expected to rise, China, South Korea, and the United States are projected to experience significant decreases, and Japan's trend is anticipated to remain relatively stable. News-Medical

Last updated: 15 October 2025