FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS...
Is KEI just focused on economics?
No. KEI’s activities extend to all aspects of the U.S.-Korea relationship, including both North and South Korea.
How is KEI funded?
Most of KEI’s revenue is obtained from the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), a think tank in Seoul that itself, like most Korean think tanks, is financed from public funds in Korea.
Does KEI advocate or lobby? Is KEI a think tank or a policy institute?
KEI is best viewed as an educational institute that concentrates its activities on public policy issues. However, KEI does not lobby and does not advocate particular policies. Also, KEI does not conduct significant in-house research.
What is KEI’s relationship with South Korea and its officials, North Korea, the Korean Embassy in DC, and Korean-Americans?
- South Korea -- KEI has a contractual relationship with the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), a think tank in Seoul. KIEP is funded by the government of the Republic of Korea through appropriations approved by the National Assembly.
- Korean Officials / Korean Embassy -- KEI maintains working relations with a range of ROK officials, as well as with KIEP, and works closely with the Embassy of the ROK in Washington, particularly with regard to KEI programs for which embassy officials are speakers. However, KEI does not take instructions from embassy or government officials.
- North Korea -- KEI does not have any relationship with North Korea.
- Korean-Americans -- KEI seeks to maintain contact with Korean-American organizations and recently organized the inauguration of an annual celebration of Korean-American Day.
Can I attend KEI programs? Is there a fee to attend?
Most KEI programs are open to the public and can usually be attended, without fee, by persons with an interest in Korea-related issues. Exceptions include “invitation only” events and Korea Club dinner events, which are open to the public but do require an entrance fee.
What type of programs does KEI sponsor outside of Washington?
KEI organizes public affairs programs with local World Affairs Councils as well as half-day programs at universities throughout the United States. These often entail a panel of speakers from Washington.
How do I co-sponsor an event with KEI?
KEI often participates in co-sponsored events. Organizations wishing to co-sponsor an event with KEI have two contact options: Public affairs groups should contact KEI’s Director for Public Affairs. Academic groups should contact KEI’s Director for Academic Affairs and Research.
Does KEI sponsor cultural events?
KEI is primarily an educational institute, concentrating on public policy, but does occasionally sponsor a social event featuring some aspect of Korean culture. For Washington D.C.-based events on Korean culture, we recommend checking the Sejong Society as well as KORUS House.
How can I publish a paper with KEI?
KEI commissions original research and policy papers for its various publications, and occasionally publishes a compendium of articles that have previously been presented. The commissioning process either begins with a Call for Papers, or a personal invitation, however, for a variety of publications, including our Special Studies Series, KEI welcomes proposal submissions. Please click here to find out more.
Does KEI provide scholarships, fellowships, or research resources?
Provision of scholarships or fellowships, or support of research other than via its publication activities, is not part of KEI’s regular activities.
Does KEI publish anything in the Korean language?
KEI publishes only in English. However, the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy, with which KEI is contractually affiliated, is located in Seoul and publishes extensively in Korean.
Does KEI have affiliations or partnerships with any universities or organizations?
KEI has an affiliation with the Korea Studies Institute at the University of Southern California. KEI also works closely with the university at which the next annual academic symposium is taking place.
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