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Analysis: South Korea's political extremism to grow

South Korea is experiencing a surge in political extremism among its youth and a significant change in foreign policy will not be far behind.

Feb 27, 2025
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Significance. South Korea is experiencing a surge in political extremism among its youth, driven by economic frustration, social disillusionment, and digital radicalization. This development will reshape domestic politics and extend to foreign policy, challenging long-standing alliances and strategic positions. The increasing polarization will affect decision-making on North Korea, U.S. relations, and regional stability, necessitating close attention from policymakers and diplomats.

Analysis. South Korea’s Generation Z faces unprecedented socio-economic challenges. Individuals of the “N-Po Generation” have abandoned traditional life milestones due to economic hardship, stagnant wages, and the housing crisis. Youth unemployment is at its highest in five years, leading to frustration with the current system. As faith in mainstream parties declines, many young people are turning to extremist ideologies, with rising engagement in both far-right and far-left activism. The internet, particul…

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