People in Seoul, South Korea. Editorial credit: CJ Nattanai / Shutterstock.com

South Korea

South Koreans benefit from regular rotations of power and robust political pluralism. Civil liberties are generally respected, though the country struggles with minority rights and social integration. Corruption and misogyny are persistent problems, with scandals implicating successive governments and company executives in recent years.

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Freedom in the World — South Korea Country Report

South Korea is rated Free in Freedom in the World 2024, Freedom House's annual study of political rights and civil liberties worldwide.

Freedom on the Net 2023

Freedom on the Net — South Korea Country Report

South Korea is rated Partly Free in Freedom on the Net, Freedom House's comprehensive study of internet freedom around the globe.